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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Public Utilities Act. Defines "video programming" and "video streaming service". Provides that, on and after July 1, 2027, a video streaming service that serves consumers residing in the State shall not transmit the audio of commercial advertisements louder than the video content the advertisements accompany, consistent with the regulations adopted by the Federal Communications Commission pursuant to the Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation (CALM) Act (Public Law 111-311) for television broadcast stations, cable operators, and other video programming distributors. Provides that the amendatory provisions do not create a private right of action.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2027, amends the Public Utilities Act to require video streaming services that serve Illinois consumers to ensure that the audio of their commercial advertisements is not louder than the accompanying video content, aligning with federal regulations established by the Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation (CALM) Act. The bill defines "video programming" as content transmitted to consumers and "video streaming service" as an entity that delivers video programming or content directly to consumers via the internet, excluding cable providers or services without advertisements. Importantly, this new provision does not grant individuals the right to sue for violations.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to Energy and Public Utilities (on 02/10/2026)
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