CALM Modernization Act of 2023

The CALM Modernization Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 2422, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to update and modernize the Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation (CALM) Act, which was originally passed in 2010.

The CALM Act was designed to regulate the volume of television commercials, ensuring that they are not significantly louder than the programs they accompany. The CALM Modernization Act of 2023 seeks to build upon the original legislation by addressing new technologies and platforms, such as streaming services and online video content.

Some key provisions of the CALM Modernization Act include requiring streaming services to comply with volume regulations, expanding the definition of "commercial advertisement" to include online video content, and establishing a process for consumers to report violations of the volume regulations. Overall, the goal of the CALM Modernization Act of 2023 is to ensure that viewers are not subjected to excessively loud commercials, regardless of the platform on which they are watching content. This bill aims to update the original CALM Act to reflect the changing landscape of media consumption and technology.