California’s New Law Solves Loud Commercial Problem in Streaming Services
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation prohibiting streaming services from broadcasting commercials at higher volumes than accompanying content. The law, sparked by a baby’s disrupted sleep, takes effect in 2026 and represents a major victory for consumer audio comfort.
California has enacted groundbreaking legislation that directly addresses one of television and streaming viewers’ most persistent complaints: commercials that blast at significantly higher volumes than regular programming. Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 576 into law this week, establishing clear audio standards for advertisements on video streaming platforms serving California residents.
