Small Entity Compliance Guide for Text Message Regulations

This document is a Small Entity Compliance Guide designed to assist small entities, including small businesses, non-profits, and small governmental jurisdictions, in adhering to the revised rules related to unlawful text messages as mandated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The guide outlines the compliance requirements established in the FCC's Report and Order, which mandates mobile wireless providers to block certain text messages that are likely to be illegal. It details the requirements for maintaining a reasonable Do-Not-Origin list and establishing a point of contact for senders to report erroneous blocking. The guide emphasizes that while it aims to cover essential aspects of the rules, it may not encompass every situation. It also notes that the FCC may revise the guide as necessary and that the content may be used as evidence in civil or administrative actions against small entities for rule violations. The implementation dates for the new requirements are also specified.