CLOSED CAPTIONING ACT

Expanded coverage from 'places of public accommodation' to include governmental entities and any establishment providing services, facilities, accommodations, or goods to the public, while excluding bona fide private clubs.

Added a private right of action allowing individuals with auditory disabilities to file civil lawsuits against non-compliant establishments, seeking injunctive relief and attorney fees.

Added specific civil penalty amounts: $1 for first violation, $50 for second violation, and $250 for third or subsequent violations.

Expanded the definition of 'television receiver' to include display screens, digital set top boxes, monitors, and any other technology capable of displaying closed captioning.

Modified closed captioning requirements to allow multiple television receivers displaying the same program to only require one receiver to display closed captioning.