This bill proposes the establishment of a new article in the West Virginia Code, titled the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, which aims to regulate telephone solicitations. It includes definitions for key terms such as "called party," "caller identification service," and "telephone solicitation." The bill outlines specific exclusions where the article does not apply, including isolated transactions, charitable solicitations, and business-to-business sales. It also defines the conditions under which prior express written consent is required for making telephone solicitations, particularly those involving automated systems or recorded messages.

Additionally, the bill sets forth prohibitions against certain practices in telephone solicitations, such as failing to transmit the caller's identification and making calls during restricted hours. Violations of this article are classified as unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practices under the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act, subject to enforcement and penalties. The bill aims to protect consumers from unwanted solicitations while providing clear guidelines for lawful telemarketing practices.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 46A-6O-1, 46A-6O-2, 46A-6O-3, 46A-6O-4