Requires AI robocalls to disclose AI use. Increases penalties for AI voice impersonation in robocalls and telemarketing. Mandates free robocall-blocking services and regulations for VoIP providers. Enhances tracking of illegal robocall campaigns. Expands AI-related telemarketing rules.
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This is a binding federal statute (H.R. 7116) introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives with mandatory language throughout, specific enforcement mechanisms including civil and criminal penalties, and designated enforcement authorities (FCC and FTC).
The document primarily addresses risks related to malicious actors (4.1, 4.3) through robocall and telemarketing fraud prevention, with minimal coverage of misinformation (3.1) and privacy concerns (2.1). The focus is on preventing AI-enabled fraud, scams, and impersonation rather than broader AI safety or governance issues.
The document primarily governs the Information sector (telecommunications, VoIP services) and Professional and Technical Services sector (telemarketing services). It establishes comprehensive requirements for voice service providers and telemarketers using AI in robocalls and text messaging.
The document focuses primarily on the Deploy and Operate and Monitor stages of the AI lifecycle, with requirements for disclosure of AI use in robocalls, monitoring of traffic patterns, and post-deployment enforcement. There is minimal coverage of earlier lifecycle stages.
The document explicitly mentions AI and artificial intelligence multiple times in the context of voice emulation and impersonation in robocalls and telemarketing. It does not define AI models, AI systems, or distinguish between different types of AI. The focus is on AI applications for voice/text generation rather than technical AI system characteristics.
United States Congress; Mr. Pallone; Ms. Matsui; Ms. Schakowsky; Mr. Sorensen; Mr. Soto; Committee on Energy and Commerce
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Pallone and co-sponsors, and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, which are the legislative bodies proposing this governance instrument.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC); Federal Trade Commission (FTC); Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives; Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate
The FCC and FTC are explicitly designated as the enforcement authorities with power to promulgate regulations, impose penalties, maintain databases, and conduct investigations. Congressional committees receive reports for oversight.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC); Federal Trade Commission (FTC); Robocall Mitigation Database
The FCC is required to develop tracking systems, publish monthly reports on illegal robocall campaigns, maintain the Robocall Mitigation Database, and conduct studies. VoIP providers must submit reports to the Robocall Mitigation Database.
VoIP service providers; voice service providers; intermediate providers; telemarketers; providers of covered VoIP service; providers of voice service
The document explicitly targets providers of VoIP services, voice services, and telemarketers who make robocalls or send text messages, particularly those using AI. These entities are subject to verification, monitoring, and disclosure requirements.
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