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Ending Unwanted Calls: New Act Targets Foreign Robocalls.

This act aims to reduce unwanted phone calls, especially those originating from abroad. A special task force will be established to investigate the issue and propose solutions to protect citizens from scams and phone harassment. As a result, citizens can expect fewer annoying calls and greater security.
Key points
Establishment of a special task force to combat illegal robocalls, including those from foreign countries.
The task force will study the scope of the problem, call origins, and financial losses incurred by citizens due to phone scams.
Recommendations will be developed for the government and Congress on how to more effectively block unwanted calls and cooperate with other countries.
The act aims to enhance citizen security and reduce the number of bothersome, often fraudulent, phone calls.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2666
Sponsor: Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC]
Process start date: 2025-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Foreign Robocall Elimination Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2666.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a special task force to combat illegal robocalls, including those from foreign countries.
  • The task force will study the scope of the problem, call origins, and financial losses incurred by citizens due to phone scams.
  • Recommendations will be developed for the government and Congress on how to more effectively block unwanted calls and cooperate with other countries.
  • The act aims to enhance citizen security and reduce the number of bothersome, often fraudulent, phone calls.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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