2009 House Bill 5102

Let active military out of cell phone contract

Introduced in the House

June 16, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Richard LeBlanc (D-18)

To require cell phone companies to let military personnel called to active duty for at least 180 days out of their cell phone contract without penalties. This would also apply to the service member’s spouse.

Referred to the Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security

Aug. 26, 2009

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Sept. 10, 2009

Passed in the House 104 to 1 (details)

Received in the Senate

Sept. 15, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Senior Citizens and Veterans Affairs