H.R. 3402 would require accurate and reasonable disclosure of the terms and conditions of prepaid telephone calling cards and services.
Detailed Summary
Calling Card Consumer Protection Act - Requires prepaid telephone calling service providers or prepaid telephone calling card distributors to disclose certain information, including the total value in dollars or the number of calling minutes, a description of all terms and conditions, and the service provider's name, customer service number, and hours of service.
Makes it unlawful for any provider or distributor to impose any charge or fee not so disclosed or provide fewer minutes than disclosed. Regulates expiration. Makes it unlawful to charge for unconnected calls.
Treats a violation as an unfair or deceptive act or practice under the Federal Trade Commission Act and requires the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to enforce this Act.
Provides for state enforcement.
Status of the Legislation
Latest Major Action: 8/3/2007: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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