What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4224.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-20.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr4224/BILLS-118hr4224ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 4224

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FCC Gains Power to Enforce Telephone Equipment Penalties

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: The FCC can independently pursue unpaid penalties for telephone rule violations if the Attorney General does not act within 120 days. The FCC will prioritize penalties over $25 million, focusing on the largest perpetrators of unwanted calls. These changes aim to streamline the fight against illegal telephone calls, such as spam and scams, potentially improving citizens' daily lives.

New rules empower the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to independently enforce financial penalties for violations of telephone equipment usage rules, particularly concerning unwanted calls. This means the FCC can more quickly and effectively pursue companies and individuals responsible for phone spam, potentially reducing the number of annoying calls for citizens.

Key points

The FCC can independently pursue unpaid penalties for telephone rule violations if the Attorney General does not act within 120 days.

The FCC will prioritize penalties over $25 million, focusing on the largest perpetrators of unwanted calls.

These changes aim to streamline the fight against illegal telephone calls, such as spam and scams, potentially improving citizens' daily lives.

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Additional Information

To authorize the Federal Communications Commission to enforce its own forfeiture penalties with respect to violations of restrictions on the use of telephone equipment.

Print number: HR 4224

Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7]

Process start date: 2023-06-20

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FCC Gains Power to Enforce Telephone Equipment Penalties

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