Recently, I introduced the FCC Reporting Modernization Act, legislation that would require the Federal Communications Commission to provide more updated, clear and robust reports to Congress on the nationwide issue of robocalls and spoofed calls. These reports would provide Congress with a better understanding of this pervasive and harmful practice.
On Wednesday, my legislation was successfully included as an amendment to the Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act, which passed the Senate Commerce Committee and will now be considered by the full Senate.
Not only are robocalls annoying and disruptive, but they can be dangerous.
Far too often these calls coerce unsuspecting Americans into providing sensitive personal and financial information with highly-sophisticated and deceitful tactics.
Being able to identify the patterns scammers use will help guide Congress’ lawmaking efforts to combat this issue.
As Chairman of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Manufacturing, Trade, and Consumer Protection, I will continue to work with my Senate colleagues and federal agencies to find solutions to this problem. Click here to read more on this legislation.
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