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HB 1208

relative to caller identification requirements for telemarketing calls.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Timothy Horrigan

Requires New Hampshire telemarketers to display accurate caller identification instead of spoofed numbers to reduce fraud and help consumers identify legitimate calls.

Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 7
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Bill Summary · HB 1208

Legislative bill overview

HB 1208 establishes caller identification requirements for telemarketing calls in New Hampshire, likely mandating that telemarketers display accurate caller ID information rather than spoofed or misleading numbers. The bill has been introduced and referred to the Commerce and Consumer Affairs Committee, with a public hearing scheduled for February 11, 2026.

Why is this important

Telemarketing scams and spoofed calls cost consumers millions annually in fraud losses and create significant nuisance issues. Requiring accurate caller ID helps consumers identify legitimate calls, report fraudsters to authorities, and better protect themselves against scams—while also enabling enforcement of existing telemarketing regulations.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry compliance costs: Telemarketing companies may argue that implementing caller ID verification systems requires significant infrastructure investment
  • Enforcement mechanism: Unclear whether penalties for violations would apply to telemarketers, call centers, telecommunications providers, or some combination thereof
  • Legitimate business exemptions: Debate over whether certain industries (debt collectors, political campaigns, charities) should receive exemptions from caller ID requirements

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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