To amend title 35, United States Code, to provide a good faith exception to the imposition of certain fines, and for other purposes.
This bill amends patent law (Title 35, U.S. Code) to create a "good faith exception" for certain fines. It directly affects entities (like companies or individuals) that face fines under Sections 41(j) and 123(f) for making patent-related assertions or certifications. The key provision states that fines won't apply if the entity can prove the assertion or certification was made in good faith. This changes the automatic imposition of fines to require a showing of good faith as a defense. The bill focuses on procedural adjustments to patent law, not substantive changes to patent rights.
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Mar 2024
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Introduced Mar 22, 2024
Last action May 16, 2024
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May 16, 2024
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
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Mar 22, 2024
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
lower
Mar 22, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in House
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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State
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Darrell Issa
RRepublican
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Deborah K. Ross
DDemocratic
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Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr.
DDemocratic
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