Protecting American Streaming and Innovation Act

(a) In general. Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall initiate an investigation under section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2411) to determine whether Canada’s implementation of its Online Streaming Act (Bill C-11), including the related regulatory actions of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), constitutes an act, policy, or practice that is unreasonable or discriminatory and burdens or restricts United States commerce.

(b) Consultations. In conducting the investigation required by subsection (a), the Trade Representative shall—

(1) consult with affected United States businesses providing online audiovisual or audio streaming services;

(2) seek information from relevant trade associations, labor representatives, and cultural organizations; and

(3) coordinate with the Department of Commerce, the Department of State, and the United States International Trade Commission.

(c) Determinations and action

(1) Affirmative determination. If the Trade Representative makes an affirmative determination under subsection (a), the Trade Representative shall—

(A) publish such determination in the Federal Register; and

(B) consider appropriate action under section 301(c) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2411(c)), which may include the suspension of trade agreement benefits or imposition of duties commensurate with the burden imposed.

(2) Negative determination. If the Trade Representative makes a negative determination under subsection (a) and determines that no action described in paragraph (1)(B) is warranted, the Trade Representative shall transmit to the appropriate congressional committees a report explaining the determination.