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TRIPS Waivers Act

12/6/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 10103

Bill 118 hr 10103 aims to amend several key laws related to intellectual property rights in the United States. Specifically, the bill seeks to amend titles 17, 18, and 35 of the United States Code, as well as the Plant Variety Protection Act and the Lanham Act.

One of the main provisions of the bill is the requirement for the submission of a report to Congress before any international agreement relating to an intellectual property right is negotiated. This report would provide Congress with important information about the potential impact of the agreement on intellectual property rights in the United States.

In addition to this reporting requirement, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to intellectual property rights. These provisions are aimed at ensuring that the United States maintains strong protections for intellectual property rights in the face of increasing globalization and international trade. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10103 represents a significant effort to strengthen and protect intellectual property rights in the United States. By requiring the submission of a report to Congress before the negotiation of any international agreement related to intellectual property rights, the bill aims to ensure that the interests of American creators and innovators are protected in the global marketplace.

Current Status of Bill HR 10103

Bill HR 10103 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 8, 2024. Bill HR 10103 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 8, 2024.  Bill HR 10103's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of November 8, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10103

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
5
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
5
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10103

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10103

To amend titles 17, 18, and 35, United States Code, the Plant Variety Protection Act, and the Lanham Act to require the submission of a report to Congress before the negotiation of any international agreement relating to an intellectual property right, and for other purposes.
To amend titles 17, 18, and 35, United States Code, the Plant Variety Protection Act, and the Lanham Act to require the submission of a report to Congress before the negotiation of any international agreement relating to an intellectual property right, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Ailany Hahn

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1 year ago

I'm all for it! This bill could really make a difference in the long run.