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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
As of March 31st, the FCC requires all VRS users to have a 10-digit local number, such as a Purple Local Number.
 
A good example of how you can use your Purple Local Number to have quick and easy connections for anyone who calls you. Purple Local Number - use it on ANY videophone.
 
Learn how to get the most out of your Purple Number - CALL through Hands On VRS for the best quality interpreting service, UPDATE your information and SHARE your Purple Number.
 
 
Remember: No matter where you get your 10-digit number, you can continue to use Hands On VRS.
 
Learn why Local Number is important for E911 services and how you can port your Local 10-digit Number to a different relay provider.
 
Kelby Brick, Vice President of Regulatory and Strategic Policy, provides an update on the historic FCC ruling which made it mandatory for relay companies to provide customers with real, 10-digit phone numbers.
 
E911 Instructional Video
 
FCC E911 Report and Order
 
Local Number Portability Advisory
 
1. What is Purple Number?
2. Do you have to pay for a Purple Number?
3. Are there long distance charges for using purple Number?
 
1. Do I need to make calls or use your VRS service to get a Purple Number?
2. Do I need to use my Purple Number to get the new MVP?
3. Will making calls with my Purple Number get me an MVP faster?
4. How does Purple Number work with 9-1-1 calls?
5. How do I keep my information updated so 9-1-1 responders know where to find me?
6. Is a "Purple Ticket Code" for a free MVP the same as a Purple Number?
 
1. Why should everyone have a Purple Number?
2. Do fake "proxy" numbers work for 9-1-1 calls?
3. Why do I need to keep my contact information up-to-date for 9-1-1 calls?
4. Do hearing people have to keep their information up to date too?
5. How can I get a Purple Number?
 
Kelby Brick, VP of regulatory and strategic policy, discusses the historic FCC ruling of June 24, 2008, and the demonstration calls placed a few days later. These calls, for the first time, connected hearing and deaf participates using a real, 10-digit phone number.