FCC’s O’Rielly Says Legitimate Businesses Haven’t Effectively Told Their Story on TCPA

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner Michael O’Rielly addressed ACA International’s Washington Insights Conference yesterday. A republican, and proponent of rules that don't put obstacles in front of legitimate businesses, his speech couldn't have been more supportive of the ARM industry. He also concluded with some advice (in bold, below).

The following is the complete text of his remarks:

Thank you for inviting me to join you today to discuss the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991, or TCPA.  You have been kind enough to invite me before, and looking back on how I ultimately arrived here today, I had to smile because it seemed relevant to the topic at hand and your industry’s operations.  The first time I was called upon to speak, I turned it down.  When I was contacted a second time, I was interested but it wasn’t the right time to discuss these issues, so I said no again.  The third time, I was both interested and ready, but it didn’t fit my schedule, so I had to decline.  Finally, on this fourth time, the stars aligned, and I was able to accept.  But imagine if you had only been allowed to contact me three times.  Perseverance can make all the difference and ultimately benefit everyone involved.  I am certainly glad that you kept calling, because this an interesting time to talk about TCPA.