Bus. & Prof. Code, § 22775 · Chapter 27.3. Video Streaming Services
Bus. & Prof. Code, § 22775
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions apply:
(a) “Video programming” has the same meaning as defined in Section 613(h) of Title 47 of the United States Code.
(b) (1) “Video streaming service” means an entity that makes available directly to the consumer, through a distribution method that uses internet protocol, either of the following:
(A) Video programming.
(B) Video content the entity makes available for users to view.
(2) “Video streaming service” does not include a television broadcast station, cable operator, or other multichannel video programing distributor, or an entity that serves video programming or video content without commercial advertisements.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 336, Sec. 1. (SB 576) Effective January 1, 2026.
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