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Patent Legislation Passes House Judiciary Committee

WASHINGTON June 23, 2011 – After several unsuccessful attempts in previous Congresses, the House Judiciary Committee passed the America Invents Act late Tuesday by a vote of 32-3, moving the first significant overhaul of the U.S. patent system in more than 60 years one step closer to becoming law.

By Rahul Gaitonde Jun 23, 2011

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Senate Moves to Final Vote on Patent Reform

WASHINGTON, March 8, 2011 – The Senate voted Monday to end debate and may move to a final vote as early as Tuesday on a bill that would overhaul the nation’s patent system for the first time in nearly 60 years.

By Jonathan Charnitski Mar 8, 2011