Article: SEN. BROWN INTRODUCES NEW CELL PHONE PRIVACY LEGISLATION

The office of Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, has issued the following news release:

Cell phone customers tired of unwanted marketing calls would get relief under legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) today. Brown's cell phone privacy bill would prevent companies from gathering and marketing directories of personal cell phone numbers. The bill would safeguard consumer privacy, protect children, and shield victims of domestic violence.

"Cell phones have become a vital part of many households. With the prices people pay, the least we can do is protect their privacy," Brown said. "Children leave home with their cell phones and receive unsolicited calls from strangers. ...

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