SB3583: A bill to address patent thickets.
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
A bill to address patent thickets.
Plain-language summary
This bill addresses 'patent thickets'—situations where many overlapping patents cover similar technology, making it hard for companies to innovate without legal risk. The bill was introduced by Representatives Peter Welch and Mike Braun and Senator Amy Klobuchar. It is currently in the introductory stage and has not yet been assigned to a . The bill aims to reduce barriers created by excessive patent clustering in specific industries.
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SB3583: A bill to address patent thickets.