Improving the Effectiveness of the Robocall Mitigation Database; Call Authentication Trust Anchor; Advanced Methods To Target and Eliminate Unlawful Robocalls
- Published
- Sep 9, 2026
- Effective
- Oct 9, 2026
- Comments close
- Nov 9, 2026
- Citation
- 91 FR 57454
- Docket
- WC Docket Nos. 24-213 and 17-97, CG Docket No. 17-59, FCC 26-49
Proposed rule.
Summary
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing new rules to make the Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD) more reliable and secure. The database, which tracks companies that place automated calls, will now require clearer, more complete, and up‑to‑date information from those firms. The changes also tighten who can be listed, adding stronger screening for new entrants, quicker removal of violators, and safeguards to keep banned callers from re‑joining. The goal is to improve the ability of regulators and carriers to identify and block illegal robocalls that flood consumers’ phones. The proposal applies to any telephone service provider, call‑completion platform, or other entity that originates or routes automated calls and is currently required to file information with the RMD. By tightening filing requirements and public‑disclosure rules, the FCC aims to ensure that only legitimate, accountable callers remain in the system, while making it harder for scammers and other bad actors to hide behind the database. The rule was published on September 9, 2026, becomes effective on October 9, 2026, and the FCC will accept public comments until November 9, 2026. After the comment period, the Commission will review the feedback, possibly revise the proposal, and then issue a final rule that could lead to updated filing procedures and enforcement actions for non‑compliant callers.
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Official abstract
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) proposes steps to strengthen the reliability, integrity, and effectiveness of the Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD or Database) as a core component of its illegal-call prevention framework. The Commission proposed measures aim to ensure that RMD filings are accurate, complete, and current, and to safeguard the Database so that only legitimate, transparent, and accountable providers may enter or remain listed. Specifically, the Commission proposes and seeks comment on measures to clarify which entities are required to file in the RMD, enhance the accuracy and completeness of submitted information, and specify which portions of filings may be publicly disclosed. Additionally, the Commission proposes and seeks comment on new tools to prevent bad actors and noncompliant providers from accessing or remaining in the RMD, including strengthened screening procedures for new filers, improved mechanisms for identifying noncompliant providers, expedited removal processes, and safeguards to prevent unauthorized re- entry into the Database.
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