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October 26, 2016
Robocall Strike Force Update
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Goal 1: Robust Call Blocking & Filtering Tools for Consumers
FCC Call for Industry Action:
• Immediately Offer Free Call Blocking & Filtering to Consumers
• Facilitate Call Blocking & Filtering by Downstream Providers
Strike Force Delivered:
• Proposal for Network-to-Device Information Sharing Framework to Give 
Consumers Better Call Data & Call Handling Solutions
• Consumer Outreach Plan with FCC-Hosted Webpage for Call Blocking Resources
• Commitments to Facilitate Call Blocking By Downstream Providers
Work That Remains:
• Consumer Access to Free Call Blocking & Filtering Solutions Now
• Deadline for Development of Network-to-Device Information Sharing Framework 
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Goal 2: Faster Implementation of Caller ID Authentication Standards
FCC Call for Industry Action:
• Accelerate Development & Deployment of VoIP Caller ID Verification Standards
• Implement SS7 Indicator for Verification of Incoming VoIP Calls to Downstream 
TDM Carriers
• Conform with Existing Obligations to Transmit Call Routing Information
• Ensure Caller ID Information is Not Altered or Removed
Strike Force Delivered:
• Accelerated Standards Development with Rollout Milestones
• Submission of SS7 Authentication Solution to Standards Body
Work That Remains:
• Deadlines for Full Deployment of VoIP Caller ID Authentication & SS7 Solution
• Provider Commitments to Join AT&T in the “Race to Zero” 
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Goal 3: Solutions to Detect & Mitigate Unwanted Calls
FCC Call for Industry Action:
• Improve Detection & Avoidance of Unwanted Calls Through Creation & 
Management of a “Do-Not-Originate” List
Strike Force Delivered:
• Successful IRS DNO Trial Following FCC Public Notice 
o 90% Reduction in IRS Scam Call Complaints
• Increased Participation & Cooperation in Industry Efforts, Including 
Development of Best Practices for Call Blocking & Trace-Back
Work That Remains:
• Expand DNO Trial to Include Additional Providers & Numbers
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Next Steps
Industry Must Ensure Continued Progress
• Industry Must Be Aggressive in Achieving Concrete Deliverables
• Providers Must Commit to & Comply with Implementation Deadlines 
• Providers Must Give Regular Updates, Particularly Where Work is Handed Off to 
Other Industry Groups