Maryland SB528 regulates video streaming services to prevent commercial advertisements from being louder than accompanying video content.
Maryland SB528 amends the Commercial Law to include video streaming services in the definition of unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practices. Specifically, it prohibits video streaming services from transmitting commercial advertisements louder than the audio of the accompanying video programming or content. Compliance with Federal Communications Commission regulations under the Federal Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act is required. Violations are subject to enforcement and penalties under the Commercial Law, excluding certain sections.
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