# AI Voice Agent Compliance: TCPA, HIPAA, and GDPR > Navigate TCPA, HIPAA, GDPR, and state consent rules for AI voice agents. Plura AI enforces controls at the carrier stack. Get the checklist. **Published:** 2026-09-04 | **Updated:** 2026-11-06 | **Author:** plurasync **URL:** https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-voice-agent-compliance **Type:** post **Categories:** AI Voice Agents ![AI Voice Agent Compliance: TCPA, HIPAA, and GDPR](https://plura.sites.aigrowthagent.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/75/2026/09/1788428371054-9fe9e63009d7-1024x572.webp) --- ## Content *Written by: Matt Beucler, CEO, Plura AI | Last updated: November 3, 2026* ## Key Takeaways - AI voice agents sit under multiple frameworks, including TCPA, HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, EU AI Act Article 50, and state call-recording statutes, depending on use case and call direction. - Compliance controls need to fire at specific pipeline stages, such as pre-dial, call open, capture, sub-processor layer, storage, and origination, before the call leaves the network. - FCC 24-17 applies TCPA rules to AI-generated voices but does not add a federal AI disclosure requirement at call open, while FCC 24-84 remains a proposal as of November 2026. - EU AI Act Article 50 requires direct-interaction disclosure and machine-readable synthetic audio marking starting August 2, 2026, with potential fines up to €15 million or 3% of annual turnover. - Plura AI enforces its compliance controls inside its own FCC-licensed carrier stack, including real-time DNC scrubbing, TCPA-litigator screening, branded caller ID, STIR/SHAKEN authentication, HIPAA-aligned encryption, and SOC 2 Type II controls.1 [See how Plura handles carrier-level controls in a live demo](https://www.plura.ai/plura-webchat?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) ## The Short Answer The [AI voice agent](https://plura.ai/ai-voice-demo?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) is built and the launch date is set. Legal wants proof that the deployment aligns with the right frameworks, and “the vendor says they are compliant” does not answer that request. Several frameworks can apply to a voice agent deployment. The main ones are TCPA (Telephone Consumer Protection Act, 47 U.S.C. § 227), HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), CCPA/CPRA (California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act), EU AI Act Article 50, and state call-recording statutes.2 Which obligations apply depends on the use case and on whether calls are inbound or outbound. Plura AI owns its FCC-licensed carrier stack and enforces real-time DNC (Do Not Call) scrubbing and TCPA-litigator screening before every dial. The platform runs on 100% U.S. infrastructure with HIPAA-aligned encryption and SOC 2 Type II controls. [OpenAI and Azure OpenAI Service are model/API layers](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-za/azure/foundry/openai/how-to/realtime-audio-webrtc), and a foundation-model API supplies the model only.4 It does not issue branded caller ID, authenticate with STIR/SHAKEN (Secure Telephone Identity Revisited / Signature-based Handling of Asserted Information Using toKENs), scrub DNC lists before dial, log consent immutably, or run on domestic infrastructure. Those controls still have to be enforced somewhere in the pipeline, which raises the question this guide answers: where, and who owns them. [Walk through your current stack with a Plura specialist](https://www.plura.ai/plura-webchat?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) ## The AI Voice Agent Compliance Pipeline Map Operators need to know exactly where each control fires in the call pipeline so they can verify enforcement before a call leaves the network. This guide sorts obligations by pipeline stage, because that is the level where an operator can confirm that a control exists and is configured correctly. The table below maps each obligation to the stage where its control must fire and to what the operator must configure or contract for. Read it as a verification sheet: if a control does not appear at the stage listed here, it is not enforced before the call leaves the network. Consult qualified counsel for interpretation of any specific obligation. | Obligation | Governing Framework | Pipeline Stage | What the Operator Must Configure or Contract For | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Consent capture before dial | TCPA, 47 U.S.C. § 227; 47 CFR § 64.1200(a)(2)–(3) | Pre-dial | Prior express written consent records, timestamped and retrievable | | AI disclosure at call open | FCC 24-17 (adopted) and FCC 24-84 (proposed, not final); [EU AI Act Article 50](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/faqs/transparency-obligations-under-article-50-ai-act) | Call open | Disclosure script configured at greeting | | Call-recording consent at capture | State one-party vs. all-party statutes; 18 U.S.C. § 2511(2)(d) | Capture | State-aware recording notice and consent gate | | BAA (Business Associate Agreement) at every sub-processor | HIPAA, 45 CFR § 164.502(e), § 164.504(e), § 164.308(b) | Sub-processor layer | Executed BAAs at every link: LLM, telephony, STT (speech-to-text), cloud host | | Encryption and access control at storage | HIPAA Security Rule, 45 CFR § 164.312; SOC 2 | Storage | Encryption in transit and at rest, RBAC (role-based access control), audit logs | | Retention and deletion at storage | GDPR; CCPA/CPRA | Storage | Documented retention schedule and deletion mechanism | | DNC scrubbing before dial | Federal and state DNC registries; 16 CFR § 310; 47 CFR § 64.1200(c) | Pre-dial | Real-time scrub against federal, state, and internal lists | | Calling windows before dial | TCPA quiet hours; state rules | Pre-dial | Time-zone detection and per-state window enforcement | | Caller ID and STIR/SHAKEN at origination | TRACED Act implementing orders | Origination | Branded caller ID issuance and authentication on every outbound call | Plura enforces these controls inside its own FCC-licensed carrier stack. That stack handles real-time DNC scrubbing before dial and TCPA-litigator screening, applies automated quiet hours by time-zone detection, maintains immutable consent logging, and runs HIPAA-aligned encryption under SOC 2 Type II and ISO certification on 100% U.S. infrastructure.1 ![Plura Security & Compliance dashboard highlighting SOC 2, ISO, and GDPR standards with secure trust verification management.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1779339090994-980045ddacd2.png)**Plura Security & Compliance supports SOC 2, ISO, and GDPR standards with trust registration, verification management, and secure AI communications.** ## TCPA Compliance for AI Voice Agents The FCC’s declaratory ruling FCC 24-17 (CG Docket No. 23-362, adopted February 2, 2024, released February 8, 2024) confirmed that the TCPA’s restrictions on “artificial or prerecorded voice” encompass AI-generated voices, including voice cloning and text-to-speech systems.2 The ruling states the TCPA “does not allow for any carve out of technologies that purport to provide the equivalent of a live agent.” A common conflation in the market deserves correction. FCC 24-17 is an interpretive ruling that became effective on release and applies the TCPA’s existing consent and call-content rules to AI-generated voices. It does not add an AI-specific obligation to announce at call open that an AI is being used. The separate AI disclosure proposal, FCC 24-84 (adopted August 7, 2024), proposed defining an “AI-generated call” and requiring a disclosure at the beginning of each call. [Per the Center for Democracy and Technology’s 2026 analysis](https://cdt.org/insights/political-campaign-use-of-ai-powered-voter-outreach-highlights-regulatory-gaps), that NPRM had not become a final rule more than two years after unanimous approval. The outbound control set under TCPA includes prior express written consent, DNC scrubbing, calling windows, and caller ID authentication. The scale of exposure is significant. [TCPA claims rose 63% in 2025 to 2,748 cases, per Lex Machina data reported by the Global Legal Post](https://globallegalpost.com/news/federal-consumer-protection-disputes-hit-10-year-high-in-2025-study-1331544602).3 Statutory damages run $500 per call and up to $1,500 for knowing or willful violations under 47 U.S.C. § 227(c). For a deeper treatment of case law and consent mechanics, see [AI Voice Agent TCPA Compliance for Contact Centers](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-voice-agent-tcpa-compliance/?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent). [Review your TCPA control set with Plura](https://www.plura.ai/plura-webchat?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) ## HIPAA-Compliant AI Voice Agents and the BAA Chain HIPAA treats every handoff of PHI as part of a chain that must be documented. Under 45 CFR § 164.502(e)(1)(ii) and § 164.504(e)(5), a business associate may pass PHI (protected health information) to a subcontractor only with satisfactory assurances documented in a written agreement meeting the same requirements. That is why the BAA chain must be verified link by link across the LLM, telephony, STT, and cloud host layers, rather than assumed from the primary vendor contract. Under the HIPAA Security Rule, 45 CFR § 164.312 requires audit controls and unique user identification. Encryption and integrity controls for transmitted ePHI are Addressable implementation specifications that must be implemented or documented with an equivalent alternative. Plura provides HIPAA-aligned infrastructure. Customers own their compliance posture and should not interpret Plura’s infrastructure as a substitute for their own HIPAA obligations. For BAA mechanics and sub-processor requirements in detail, see [AI Voice Agents and HIPAA: BAA, PHI, and Compliance](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-voice-agent-hipaa-compliance/?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent). ## GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and EU AI Act Article 50 HIPAA governs how PHI moves through the sub-processor layer. GDPR and CCPA/CPRA govern the same data at the storage stage and add obligations HIPAA does not, including lawful basis for processing, data processing agreements, documented retention and deletion schedules, and data subject rights. Operators should consult qualified counsel on which framework applies to their specific deployment and user base. [EU AI Act Article 50 applies from August 2, 2026](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/faqs/transparency-obligations-under-article-50-ai-act). [Under Article 50(1), providers of AI systems that interact directly with natural persons must design them so people are informed they are interacting with AI, unless that is obvious from the circumstances.](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/faqs/transparency-obligations-under-article-50-ai-act) [The European Commission’s guidance states the “obvious” exception must be interpreted restrictively](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/faqs/transparency-obligations-under-article-50-ai-act). Notice must come from the start of the first interaction. [Article 50(2) requires machine-readable marking of synthetic audio outputs.](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/faqs/transparency-obligations-under-article-50-ai-act) [A limited grace period to December 2, 2026 applies for the Article 50(2) marking obligation for systems placed on the market before August 2, 2026.](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/faqs/transparency-obligations-under-article-50-ai-act) [The Article 50(1) direct-interaction disclosure obligation applies from August 2, 2026 with no grace period.](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/faqs/transparency-obligations-under-article-50-ai-act) [Fines for Article 50 violations can reach up to €15 million or 3% of worldwide annual turnover.](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/faqs/transparency-obligations-under-article-50-ai-act) Plura references GDPR coverage and operates on 100% U.S. infrastructure. Operators deploying into EU markets should review Article 50 obligations with qualified counsel. ## State Call-Recording Consent and AI Disclosure [The federal baseline for call recording is one-party consent under 18 U.S.C. § 2511(2)(d)](https://omnilawpc.com/two-party-consent-states). [All-party (two-party) consent states commonly cited include California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Washington.](https://omnilawpc.com/two-party-consent-states) Four states carry caveats. [Connecticut’s criminal statute is one-party, but a separate civil statute requires all-party consent](https://omnilawpc.com/two-party-consent-states). [Michigan’s statute has been read by courts to apply mainly to third parties](https://omnilawpc.com/two-party-consent-states). [Oregon requires all-party consent for phone calls but one-party for in-person conversations](https://corecruit.com/post/call-recording-laws). [Delaware’s statute permits participant recording, but a separate privacy statute counsels caution](https://omnilawpc.com/two-party-consent-states). Where a call crosses state lines, the stricter rule is the safe assumption. A transcript is a record of the conversation for consent purposes even when audio is discarded. Several states have enacted or proposed disclosure requirements for AI-generated communications, particularly in political contexts. For the current landscape of AI disclosure requirements, see [AI Voice Agent Disclosure Requirements: What to Know](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-voice-agent-disclosure-requirements/?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent). Plura’s platform supports automated disclosure at call open and automated quiet-hours enforcement by time-zone detection. These are platform features, and operators are responsible for configuring them appropriately for their use case and jurisdiction. ## Is There Such a Thing as a Legally Compliant Outbound AI Voice Agent? A legally defensible outbound AI voice agent requires the full outbound control set to fire before the call leaves the network. The required controls are prior express written consent, real-time DNC scrubbing, AI disclosure at call open, calling-window enforcement, branded caller ID with STIR/SHAKEN authentication, and immutable consent records. When any of those controls is missing or fires after origination, exposure increases. Plura enforces these controls inside its own FCC-licensed carrier stack, before the call leaves the network. That distinction matters operationally. A control that fires at the carrier level before dial cannot be bypassed by a misconfigured application layer, while a control bolted on after origination can be. OpenAI and Azure OpenAI Service supply the model and API transport. [Microsoft’s Realtime API documentation covers WebRTC, SIP, and WebSocket transport, ephemeral token issuance, session configuration, and event handling](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/foundry/openai/how-to/realtime-audio), and it does not describe carrier-level telephony controls. That leaves caller ID issuance, DNC scrubbing, consent capture, and calling-window enforcement to the customer to build or contract separately. Both are accurately described as model/API providers, and neither is a carrier. The enforcement precedent is instructive. The FCC’s Enforcement Bureau issued a final determination order against Digital Solutions on October 5, 2026, cutting the provider off from U.S. telephone networks entirely. Enforcement reaches infrastructure intermediaries as well as the entity placing calls. Additionally, FCC Report and Order FCC 26-67 (effective November 25, 2026) modernizes TCPA consent-revocation rules, allowing consumers to revoke consent for specific categories of robocalls while continuing to receive others they want. Operators should review their revocation workflows against the updated rule. ## AI Voice Agent Compliance Checklist This pre-launch checklist maps each item to the pipeline stage and governing framework from the table above. Treat this list as a starting point for review with qualified counsel. 1. Consent records captured, timestamped, and exportable (pre-dial, TCPA) 2. AI disclosure configured at call open (call open, FCC 24-17 / EU AI Act Article 50) 3. Recording consent handled per state, with all-party default for interstate calls (capture, state statutes) 4. BAAs executed with every sub-processor: LLM, telephony, STT, cloud host (sub-processor layer, HIPAA) 5. Encryption in transit and at rest verified (storage, HIPAA Security Rule / SOC 2) 6. Access controls and audit logging verified (storage, HIPAA / SOC 2) 7. Retention and deletion policy set and tested (storage, GDPR / CCPA/CPRA) 8. DNC and TCPA-litigator scrubbing enabled before dial (pre-dial) 9. Calling windows configured by time zone and state (pre-dial, TCPA) 10. Caller ID and STIR/SHAKEN authentication live (origination) 11. Audit-ready export tested end to end (all stages) 12. Escalation and human-handoff rules documented, and vendor compliance documentation collected (all stages) ## How Plura AI Enforces AI Voice Agent Controls in the Carrier Stack Plura AI operates as an FCC-licensed audio bridging carrier, so voice originates on Plura’s own domestic infrastructure rather than a third-party CPaaS (Communications Platform as a Service). The compliance controls enforced inside that stack include: - Branded caller ID issued at the carrier level - STIR/SHAKEN authentication on every outbound call - Real-time DNC scrubbing and TCPA-litigator screening before dial - Automated quiet hours by time-zone detection - Immutable consent ledger with one-click audit exports - HIPAA-aligned encryption in transit and at rest - SOC 2 Type II certification with continuous monitoring - ISO certification - GDPR coverage - 10DLC (10-Digit Long Code) registration for SMS - 100% U.S. infrastructure by architecture Plura supports customer compliance and does not absolve customers of their own regulatory obligations. [Plura AI reports 0 violations on the platform’s track record](https://plura.ai/products/compliance?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent). Operators remain responsible for their own certifications, regulatory posture, and the claims they make to their end users. Review [pricing](https://plura.ai/pricing?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) and run your numbers through the [ROI calculator](https://plura.ai/calculator?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) to model the cost of carrier-grade controls against your current stack. [See the carrier stack in a live Plura walkthrough](https://www.plura.ai/plura-webchat?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) ## Conclusion and Next Steps The throughline across every framework above is the same: controls have to fire at a named pipeline stage before origination. The next steps below turn that principle into a 30-to-90-day plan for your team. Practical next steps for operators 30 to 90 days from launch: 1. Map your use case and inbound/outbound mix against the pipeline-control table above. 2. Review the table with qualified counsel to identify which obligations apply to your specific deployment. 3. Gather vendor compliance documentation from every sub-processor in your pipeline, including LLM, telephony, STT, and cloud host. 4. Verify that each control fires at the correct pipeline stage before origination. 5. Compare plans and confirm your infrastructure delivers carrier-grade enforcement across the full control set. [Compare plans and rates side by side](https://plura.ai/pricing?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) [Check your ROI in real time](https://plura.ai/calculator?utm_term=ai-voice-agent-compliance&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Do AI Voice Agents Need to Disclose They Are AI? No final federal rule requires AI disclosure at call open as of November 2026. FCC 24-17 applies the TCPA’s existing consent and call-content rules to AI-generated voices but does not add an AI-specific announcement obligation. The disclosure requirement was proposed in FCC 24-84 and has not been finalized. EU AI Act Article 50(1) does require direct-interaction disclosure from August 2, 2026 for systems placed on the EU market or put into service in the EU. Some states have enacted disclosure requirements for specific contexts, particularly political communications. Consult qualified counsel for guidance on your specific deployment and jurisdiction. ### Is Compliant Outbound AI Calling Possible? Compliant outbound AI calling is possible when the full control set described above fires before origination. The failure mode is bolting these controls on after the fact instead of enforcing them at the carrier level. Plura enforces these controls inside its own FCC-licensed carrier stack before every dial. ### What Does the EU AI Act Require for AI Voice Agents? Article 50(1) requires direct-interaction disclosure from the start of the first interaction, and Article 50(2) requires machine-readable marking of synthetic audio. Both apply from August 2, 2026, with the limited marking grace period described above. Consult qualified counsel for interpretation of how these obligations apply to your specific deployment. ### What Is the Difference Between the FCC’s 2024 AI Voice Ruling and Its Proposed AI Disclosure Rule? FCC 24-17 (February 2024) is an adopted declaratory ruling holding that AI-generated voices are “artificial” under the TCPA, effective on release. It applies the TCPA’s existing consent and call-content rules to AI voices but does not add a new obligation to announce at call open that an AI is being used. FCC 24-84 (August 2024) is a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would require an AI disclosure at call open and define “AI-generated call.” It is not a final rule. The two are frequently conflated, yet they are distinct regulatory actions with different legal status. ### What BAAs Do I Need for a HIPAA-Compliant AI Voice Agent? BAAs need to exist at every link in the chain, including the AI voice vendor, the LLM provider, the telephony carrier, the STT service, and the cloud host. Under 45 CFR § 164.504(e)(5), each downstream agreement must carry terms equivalent to a covered-entity BAA. The obligation runs link by link along the chain. A BAA with the primary vendor does not automatically cover sub-processors that vendor engages. Consult qualified counsel to verify your BAA chain before handling PHI in any AI voice pipeline. ### How Does Plura Handle TCPA and DNC Compliance? Plura enforces these controls inside its own FCC-licensed carrier stack, as described in the carrier-stack section above. Customers remain responsible for their own compliance posture and should configure these controls appropriately for their use case and jurisdiction. ### Which States Require Two-Party Consent for Call Recording? The all-party states and the state-specific caveats are listed in the State Call-Recording Consent section above. For interstate calls, assume the stricter rule applies. A transcript is a record of the conversation for consent purposes even when audio is discarded. Consult qualified counsel for guidance on your specific call patterns and states. ### What Should Be on an AI Voice Agent Compliance Checklist? The twelve-item checklist above covers consent records, disclosure at call open, recording consent, BAAs, encryption and access controls, retention and deletion, DNC scrubbing, calling windows, caller ID and STIR/SHAKEN, audit export, and escalation rules. Each item should be reviewed with qualified counsel before launch. 1 Plura AI maintains SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO, and GDPR posture as part of its platform infrastructure. References to compliance frameworks in this article describe Plura’s platform capabilities and do not constitute a guarantee that any customer using Plura will themselves be compliant with applicable laws or standards. Customers remain solely responsible for their own regulatory obligations, certifications, consent management, recordkeeping, and the claims they make to their own end users. Consult qualified legal counsel for guidance specific to your use case. 2 This article describes regulatory frameworks at a general level and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and regulations vary by jurisdiction, change over time, and apply differently depending on facts and circumstances. Readers should consult qualified legal counsel before making compliance decisions. 3 Performance figures, customer outcomes, and industry statistics referenced in this article are drawn from cited third-party sources or Plura customer case studies. Individual results vary based on implementation, use case, industry, audience, and execution. Past or aggregate performance is not a guarantee of future results. 4 References to third-party products, services, companies, or research are made for informational and comparative purposes only. Plura AI is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any third party named in this article unless explicitly stated. Trademarks and product names referenced remain the property of their respective owners. This article is provided for informational purposes only and reflects Plura AI’s understanding at the time of publication. Product capabilities, integrations, and specifications are subject to change. For the most current information, visit plura.ai. This article was produced with the assistance of AI tools and reviewed by Plura AI prior to publication. ## What to Read Next - [AI Voice Agent TCPA Compliance for Contact Centers](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-voice-agent-tcpa-compliance/) - [AI Voice Agents and HIPAA: BAA, PHI, and Compliance](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-voice-agent-hipaa-compliance/) - [TCPA Compliance for AI Call Centers: A 2026 Guide](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-call-center-tcpa-compliance/) - [AI SDR Compliance: TCPA, CAN-SPAM, and DNC Controls](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-sdr-compliance-playbook/) - [AI Voice Agent Disclosure Requirements: What to Know](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-voice-agent-disclosure-requirements/) --- ## Structured Data **@graph:** **FAQPage:** **MainEntity:** **Question:** - **Name:** Do AI Voice Agents Need to Disclose They Are AI? **Answer:** - **Text:** No final federal rule requires AI disclosure at call open as of November 2026. FCC 24-17 applies the TCPA’s existing consent and call-content rules to AI-generated voices but does not add an AI-specific announcement obligation. The disclosure requirement was proposed in FCC 24-84 and has not been finalized. EU AI Act Article 50(1) does require direct-interaction disclosure from August 2, 2026 for systems placed on the EU market or put into service in the EU. Some states have enacted disclosure requirements for specific contexts, particularly political communications. Consult qualified counsel for guidance on your specific deployment and jurisdiction. **Question:** - **Name:** Is Compliant Outbound AI Calling Possible? **Answer:** - **Text:** Compliant outbound AI calling is possible when the full control set described above fires before origination. The failure mode is bolting these controls on after the fact instead of enforcing them at the carrier level. Plura enforces these controls inside its own FCC-licensed carrier stack before every dial. **Question:** - **Name:** What Does the EU AI Act Require for AI Voice Agents? **Answer:** - **Text:** Article 50(1) requires direct-interaction disclosure from the start of the first interaction, and Article 50(2) requires machine-readable marking of synthetic audio. Both apply from August 2, 2026, with the limited marking grace period described above. Consult qualified counsel for interpretation of how these obligations apply to your specific deployment. **Question:** - **Name:** What Is the Difference Between the FCC’s 2024 AI Voice Ruling and Its Proposed AI Disclosure Rule? **Answer:** - **Text:** FCC 24-17 (February 2024) is an adopted declaratory ruling holding that AI-generated voices are “artificial” under the TCPA, effective on release. It applies the TCPA’s existing consent and call-content rules to AI voices but does not add a new obligation to announce at call open that an AI is being used. FCC 24-84 (August 2024) is a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would require an AI disclosure at call open and define “AI-generated call.” It is not a final rule. The two are frequently conflated, yet they are distinct regulatory actions with different legal status. **Question:** - **Name:** What BAAs Do I Need for a HIPAA-Compliant AI Voice Agent? **Answer:** - **Text:** BAAs need to exist at every link in the chain, including the AI voice vendor, the LLM provider, the telephony carrier, the STT service, and the cloud host. Under 45 CFR § 164.504(e)(5), each downstream agreement must carry terms equivalent to a covered-entity BAA. The obligation runs link by link along the chain. A BAA with the primary vendor does not automatically cover sub-processors that vendor engages. Consult qualified counsel to verify your BAA chain before handling PHI in any AI voice pipeline. **Question:** - **Name:** How Does Plura Handle TCPA and DNC Compliance? **Answer:** - **Text:** Plura enforces these controls inside its own FCC-licensed carrier stack, as described in the carrier-stack section above. Customers remain responsible for their own compliance posture and should configure these controls appropriately for their use case and jurisdiction. **Question:** - **Name:** Which States Require Two-Party Consent for Call Recording? **Answer:** - **Text:** The all-party states and the state-specific caveats are listed in the State Call-Recording Consent section above. For interstate calls, assume the stricter rule applies. A transcript is a record of the conversation for consent purposes even when audio is discarded. Consult qualified counsel for guidance on your specific call patterns and states. **Question:** - **Name:** What Should Be on an AI Voice Agent Compliance Checklist? **Answer:** - **Text:** The twelve-item checklist above covers consent records, disclosure at call open, recording consent, BAAs, encryption and access controls, retention and deletion, DNC scrubbing, calling windows, caller ID and STIR/SHAKEN, audit export, and escalation rules. Each item should be reviewed with qualified counsel before launch. **BlogPosting:** - **Headline:** AI Voice Agent Compliance: TCPA, HIPAA, and GDPR - **Description:** Navigate TCPA, HIPAA, GDPR, and state consent rules for AI voice agents. Plura AI enforces controls at the carrier stack. 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