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U.S. Congressman Targets Canada's Streaming Law with New Bill

3/21/2026

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U.S. Congressman Lloyd Smucker introduced Protecting American Streaming and Innovation Act to challenge Canada’s Online Streaming Act.
The U.S. bill seeks to determine whether this law discriminates against American firms or could trigger tariffs.
Supporters, including the Motion Picture Association, say the Canadian law disadvantages U.S. firms.
Critics in Canada warn the U.S. legislation threatens cultural industries.
The Online Streaming Act, passed in 2023, remains unimplemented due to legal challenges.

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Story summary

U.S. Congressman Lloyd Smucker introduced Protecting American Streaming and Innovation Act to challenge Canada’s Online Streaming Act.
The U.S. bill seeks to determine whether this law discriminates against American firms or could trigger tariffs.
Supporters, including the Motion Picture Association, say the Canadian law disadvantages U.S. firms.
Critics in Canada warn the U.S. legislation threatens cultural industries.
The Online Streaming Act, passed in 2023, remains unimplemented due to legal challenges.