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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to caller identification information; creating s. 364.242, F.S.; prohibiting the transmission of misleading or inaccurate caller identification information; requiring a telecommunications company to provide the telephone number and location from which each telephone call originates; requiring a telecommunications company to block all telephone calls and text messages that contain manipulated caller identification information; providing exceptions; providing penalties; creating s. 364.243, F.S.; defining the term "STIR/SHAKEN authentication framework"; requiring telecommunications companies to implement a framework to verify and authenticate caller identification information; requiring each telecommunications company to file a certification with the Federal Communications Commission; providing penalties; amending s. 365.176, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill aims to combat misleading and inaccurate caller identification information, often used in scams, by requiring telecommunications companies to provide the actual telephone number and location from which calls originate and to block calls with manipulated caller identification. It also mandates the implementation of the STIR/SHAKEN authentication framework, a system designed to verify and authenticate caller identification information, by July 1, 2027, and requires companies to certify their compliance with the Federal Communications Commission. Exceptions are provided for authorized law enforcement activities and court-ordered manipulations of caller ID, and telecommunications companies can face significant civil penalties for violations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Now in Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee (on 01/15/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1299 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1299/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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