| Comment Number: | OL-104894 |
| Received: | 11/29/2004 10:20:57 PM |
| Organization: | |
| Commenter: | Bellerive |
| State: | KS |
| Subject: | Trade Regulation Rule on Telemarketing Sales |
| Title: | Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Request for Comment |
| CFR Citation: | 16 CFR Part 310 |
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Comments:
I would like to comment that, to date, there has been a lack of publicity concerning this proposal. My understanding is that the FTC has filed for a change to telemarketing rules that would remove an apparent, yet so far un-enforced, ban on prerecorded telemarketing calls to consumers. The reason I put my number on the "Do Not Call List,” is that telemarketers were wasting my time with unsolicited calls. Like many people, I value my time at home. If I want to buy a product or service, I will seek it out (go to a store, search the internet, etc.) Though I have been very grateful for the "Do Not Call List,” I still receive some calls, which I resent. By taking the time to register with your list, I feel I have made it apparent that any telemarketing calls are unwelcome. Having made my wishes clear, I consider any unsolicited calls to be harassment. My husband and I both work full time, and our schedules are busy. Many days it is difficult dealing with necessary phone calls. Why should anyone be allowed to call with a prerecorded message, interrupting my day? I do not understand why telemarketing is even allowed. Most people do not want these phone calls. I consider the telephone a valuable tool, and do not feel anyone has the right to tie up my phone line with unwanted soliciting.