Politics

Congress Moves to Defend
Do-Not-Call List From Court Ruling

WASHINGTON - Lawmakers are expected to consider legislation Thursday to defend the popular national do-not-call list from a court ruling that may jeopardize the promise of peace and quiet for people fed up with telemarketers. The Senate and House are moving to ensure the free government service goes into effect as scheduled next week, deflecting unwanted sales pitches to more than 50 million registered phone numbers. Posted by Editor at September 25, 2003 10:58 AM