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FCC proposes ID rule, threatens domestic-violence survivors.

6/25/2026

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The FCC proposed a rule requiring carriers to collect a name, address, ID and a secondary number from new or renewing customers.
Chairman Brendan Carr said the rule would close gaps and help stop scammers.
Privacy advocates warn the rule could endanger domestic-violence survivors who rely on prepaid phones.
The National Network to End Domestic Violence said survivors lack ID and cannot reveal locations, raising their risk under the rule.

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Story summary

The FCC proposed a rule requiring carriers to collect a name, address, ID and a secondary number from new or renewing customers.
Chairman Brendan Carr said the rule would close gaps and help stop scammers.
Privacy advocates warn the rule could endanger domestic-violence survivors who rely on prepaid phones.
The National Network to End Domestic Violence said survivors lack ID and cannot reveal locations, raising their risk under the rule.