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This bill prohibits video streaming services from transmitting commercial advertisements with audio that is louder than the accompanying video programming or content to consumers in the state. A video streaming service is defined as an entity that delivers video programming or content and advertisements directly to consumers over the internet, excluding traditional broadcasters like television stations or cable operators. Compliance with federal regulations concerning the loudness of commercial advertisements, specifically those adopted under the Federal Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act, will be considered compliance with this state law. Violations of this bill are classified as unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practices and will be subject to the enforcement and penalty provisions outlined in the Maryland Consumer Protection Act, with some specific exceptions.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0528?ys=2026RS