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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 30, 2008
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Senate Approves Sen. Pileggi's Legislation to
 Create a Do-Not-Call List for Political Robo-Calls

Legislation introduced by Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9) which would allow Pennsylvanians to stop receiving political robo-calls was approved today by the full Senate, 48 to 1. 

"We just came through a hotly contested presidential primary during which some people received four or more robo-calls every day leading up to the election," said Sen. Pileggi. "These calls are an intrusion into our homes. People are busier than ever, often working multiple jobs. If you don't want to receive these calls, you should have that option." 

In 1996, Pennsylvania created a Do-Not-Call List for commercial telemarketers. "Many Pennsylvanians have signed up to be on that list," Sen. Pileggi said. "It is time to let them do the same for political robo-calls." 

Senate Bill 820 would establish a separate Do-Not-Call List for political robo-calls. As with the existing Do-Not Call List, the Attorney General would be responsible for maintaining the Do-Not-Call List for automated political calls. 

The first Do-Not-Call List for political robo-calls would be required to be in use by October 15, 2008, in time for this fall's election season. 

Under Senate Bill 820, it would be illegal for any political candidate or organization – including so-called 527 groups – to make an automated political call to any resident who signs up to be on the list. 

Offenders would be subject to penalties of up to $1,000 per violation.

Senate Bill 820 does not prohibit live political calls. Candidates and political organizations will still be able to contact all voters by telephone as long as they have a real person making the call. 

Senate Bill 820 now moves to the House for consideration. 

More information about state issues can be found on Sen. Pileggi's web site, www.senatorpileggi.com.