SB 5276-S - DIGEST |
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) |
Declares that protecting the well-being, tranquility, and privacy of the home is of the highest order in a free and civilized society, and the efficient conduct of private businesses and government operations are of significant government interest. |
Finds that automatic calling and announcing devices uniquely intrude into these interests. |
Declares that no person may use an automatic dialing and announcing device before 9:00 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m. |
Does not apply to the following: (1) Messages from federal, state, or local government entities or municipal corporations; |
(2) Messages from schools to their students, parents, guardians, or employees; |
(3) Messages from businesses to their employees; |
(4) Messages to called parties with whom the caller has a current business or personal relationship if the message is for purposes other than commercial solicitation; or |
(5) Messages concerning an emergency affecting public safety. |
Provides that no person or entity may use an automatic dialing and announcing device unless: (1) The called party has given written or electronic consent to receive the message; or |
(2) The recorded message is immediately preceded by a live operator who obtains the called party's consent before the message is played. |