Don’t Get Caught Off Guard: Do-Not-Call Restrictions for February 17, 2025
Don’t Get Caught Off Guard: Do-Not-Call Restrictions for February 17, 2025
Heads up! February 17th, 2025, is a Federal holiday, meaning there are restrictions on who you can call. Here’s a quick breakdown:
United States:
- President’s Day falls on February 17th. This means calling restrictions are in place for Alabama, Louisiana, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Utah.
- Louisiana and Nebraska have special rules:
- Louisiana: You generally can’t make calls on holidays, BUT there are exemptions for calls with prior consent and business-to-business calls. It gets a bit complicated, so if you’re calling in Louisiana, double-check the specific rules!
- Nebraska: You can call on holidays, but pre-recorded messages are limited to between 1 pm and 9 pm.
- Louisiana and Nebraska have special rules:
Important Notes:
- State Laws Vary: Each state has its own specific rules about what calls are exempt on holidays. Some common exemptions include:
- Calls made with prior express consent from the consumer.
- Business-to-business calls.
- Calls related to an existing debt.
- Calls to consumers you’ve had a business relationship with in the past 12 months.
- Always Check the Rules: Before you dial, make sure you understand the specific Do-Not-Call rules for the state or province you’re calling.