A resolution recognizing the importance of trademarks in the economy and the role of trademarks in protecting consumer safety, by designating the month of August as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month".
SRES 325 is a non-binding Senate resolution designating August as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month." It aims to raise public awareness about the dangers of counterfeit products, which can endanger consumer safety (especially for vulnerable groups like children and seniors) and harm the economy. The resolution supports existing efforts by federal agencies, businesses, and organizations to educate consumers about identifying and avoiding counterfeit goods in both physical and online marketplaces. It does not create new laws or penalties but encourages educational campaigns to reduce demand for counterfeit items.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2023
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Jul 2023
House Passage
President
Introduced Jul 27, 2023
Last action Jul 27, 2023
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Amendments
1
Jul 27, 2023
Introduced
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3739; text: CR S3771-3772)
upper
Jul 27, 2023
Upper · Passed
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3739; text: CR S3771-3772)
upper
Jul 27, 2023
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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