The bill H.829 aims to enhance consumer protection against robocalls that utilize artificial voices. It mandates that any caller using an automatic dialing-announcing device must first provide an unrecorded, natural voice announcement to the recipient. This announcement must include the nature of the call, the identity of the business or organization represented, a request for consent to proceed with the prerecorded message, and a notification that an artificial voice will be used. Additionally, the caller is required to disconnect the device once the call is terminated.

The bill establishes civil and criminal penalties for violations of these provisions. Individuals who receive non-compliant calls can seek damages or civil penalties in court, with fines set at $500 for the first violation and $1,000 for subsequent violations. Knowing and willful violations can result in imprisonment for up to 90 days or fines up to $1,000. The Attorney General is tasked with enforcing these regulations and collaborating with other entities to identify violators. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.