Federal Communications Commission adopted a Report and Order setting, first regulations targeted at preventing scam text messages sent to consumers, relying on its authority provided by the TCPA. Mobile wireless providers are required to block texts, at the network level.
Look, we all get annoying text messages (SMS) from time to time. Maybe it’s spam, maybe it’s from someone you don’t want to talk to. Whatever the case may be, you can block text messages on your Android phone.
With Election Day almost here, you might be seeing an increase in campaign texts. It's a favorite marketing tool for politicians as they make their final push to get your vote.