📵July 2025 Do Not Call Rules by State

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As summer heats up, so does the importance of staying compliant with state-specific Do Not Call (DNC) restrictions. Businesses engaging in telemarketing must be aware of the states that enforce calling bans on certain holidays. Here’s what you need to know for July 2025 to ensure you’re on the right side of the law.

📅Restricted Calling Dates – July 2025

July 4, 2025 – Independence Day

Telemarketing calls are prohibited in the following states on this national holiday:

  • Alabama

  • Louisiana

  • Nebraska*

  • Pennsylvania

  • Rhode Island

  • Utah

July 24, 2025 – Pioneer Day

  • Utah observes this state holiday and restricts telemarketing activities.

🛈 *Note: Nebraska does not prohibit calls on Sundays or legal holidays outright; however, it does restrict prerecorded message calls to the hours of 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM on these days, with certain exceptions.

📜 State-Specific Calling Rules & Exemptions

Alabama

Alabama’s DNC rules apply specifically to telephone utilities and service providers operating under the Alabama Public Service Commission. Businesses not under this jurisdiction may not be subject to the same restrictions but should always consult legal counsel to confirm.

Louisiana

Louisiana enforces strict holiday and time-of-day restrictions:

  • No calls are allowed on Sundays or legal holidays, including July 4th.

  • Calls are only permitted between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM, Monday through Saturday.

  • While prior consent and business-to-business (B2B) calls are generally exempt, ambiguity exists in the law and regulations regarding whether exceptions apply during prohibited periods. Caution is strongly advised.

Nebraska

  • No outright holiday call bans.

  • However, prerecorded message calls are restricted to 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM on Sundays and legal holidays.

Pennsylvania

  • Exemptions apply to calls:

    • Made at the consumer’s request,

    • Regarding existing debts,

    • Or if there’s an established business relationship (EBR) within the past 12 months.

Rhode Island

  • Prohibits unsolicited telephonic sales calls on legal holidays only.

  • Prior relationships or express consent may exempt calls from restriction.

Utah

  • Restricts calls on both Independence Day (July 4) and Pioneer Day (July 24).

  • Prior express consent exempts a call from these restrictions.

✅ Best Practices for July Compliance

  • Review your calling schedules in advance and segment by state.

  • Suppress outbound calls on restricted dates where applicable.

  • When in doubt, consult state-specific laws or legal professionals to confirm compliance.

  • Keep detailed records of prior express consent and existing business relationships.

📍 Stay Compliant, Stay Trusted.
Observing DNC regulations not only helps you avoid legal risks and fines, but it also builds credibility with your audience by respecting their time and privacy.

If you have questions about your calling practices or want to learn how to automate compliance, contact us today.

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