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Quieter Ads: No More Loud Commercials on Streaming Services

This act extends existing rules on TV commercial loudness to video streaming services. This means ads on streaming platforms will no longer be permitted to be louder than the content being watched. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will be responsible for prescribing regulations and enforcing these new rules.
Key points
No more sudden loud commercials on video streaming services, aiming to enhance viewing comfort.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will have the authority to penalize streaming services that fail to comply with the new rules.
The FCC must prescribe regulations within one year of enactment; these will take effect 180 days after publication, with possible extensions for companies demonstrating financial hardship.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4173
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2022-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CALM Modernization Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4173.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No more sudden loud commercials on video streaming services, aiming to enhance viewing comfort.
  • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will have the authority to penalize streaming services that fail to comply with the new rules.
  • The FCC must prescribe regulations within one year of enactment; these will take effect 180 days after publication, with possible extensions for companies demonstrating financial hardship.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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