SB 5341-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Declares that a "prerecorded telephone message" means an unsolicited recorded telephone message without an introduction by an unrecorded voice informing the receiver of the:  (1) Identity and telephone number of the caller; and

     (2) option to immediately discontinue the call.

     Provides that a "prerecorded telephone message" does not include the following:  (1) A recorded message disseminated with the prior consent of the receiver;

     (2) a recorded message related to public health, safety, or welfare, including, but not limited to, noncommercial recorded messages disseminated by libraries, schools, and entities conducting epidemiological studies; and

     (3) a recorded message, that is not a commercial telephone solicitation, disseminated to a person with whom the caller has had a business relationship within the past twelve months.

     Declares that no person initiating a telephone call may use a prerecorded telephone message.