On agreeing to the Conyers amendment (A008) Failed by recorded vote: 157 - 258 (Roll no. 628).
Purpose
Amendment in the nature of a substitute sought to insert a complete new text entitled "Deceptive Patent Practices Reduction Act" which promoted transparency in patent ownership; protected customers who are targeted in infringement suits; directed the PTO to develop educational resources for small businesses; and instructed the PTO and others to prepare reports on several issues including the use of deceptive demand letters.
Congress
113
Chamber
House of Representatives
Bill
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Amendment
HAMDT 527
Sponsors
+5
Purpose and Summary
Latest Action12/5/2013
On agreeing to the Conyers amendment (A008) Failed by recorded vote: 157 - 258 (Roll no. 628).