Federal Trade Commission Amends Telemarketing Sales Rule to Enhance Consumer Protection

Summary

The Federal Trade Commission has updated its Telemarketing Sales Rule to strengthen consumer protection against deceptive telemarketing practices, effective January 1, 2024.

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