The bill amends the Unsolicited Commercial and Sexually Explicit Electronic Mail Prevention Act to extend its protections to unsolicited commercial and sexually explicit text messages. Key changes include the addition of "and Text Message" to the title of the Act, as well as the introduction of definitions for "Phone service provider" and "Text message." The bill clarifies that unsolicited messages are those sent without the recipient's express permission, except when a preexisting business or personal relationship exists. It also mandates that senders of unsolicited messages must provide specific disclosures, including the sender's identity and an opt-out mechanism.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that both electronic mail and text messages are subject to the same regulations regarding unsolicited communications. It outlines the responsibilities of senders, including the requirement to remove recipients from future communications upon request. The bill also allows for civil actions against violators, enabling recipients and service providers to seek damages for violations. The amendments aim to enhance consumer protection against unwanted electronic communications, reflecting the evolving nature of communication technology.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1957 V2 - 4-9-2025 02:29 PM: 4-88-601, 4-88-602(10), 4-88-602(12), 4-88-602, 4-88-603, 04-09-2025, 4-88-604, 4-88-606, 4-88-607(a)
Old version HB1957 Original - 4-1-2025 02:28 PM: 4-88-601, 4-88-602(10), 4-88-602(12), 4-88-602, 4-88-603, 4-88-604, 4-88-606, 4-88-607(a)
HB 1957: 4-88-601, 4-88-602(10), 4-88-602(12), 4-88-602, 4-88-603, 4-88-604, 4-88-606, 4-88-607(a)
Act 847: 4-88-601, 4-88-602(10), 4-88-602(12), 4-88-602, 4-88-603, 04-09-2025, 4-88-604, 4-88-606, 4-88-607(a)