Senate Committee OKs Bill To Raise USPTO Fees, End Fee Diversion
The bill (H.R. 1561), which passed the House on March 3 by a 379-28 vote, was sent on a voice vote by the Judiciary Committee to the Senate for expected approval as well.
The legislation restructures rates of the Patent and Trademark Office, raising average fees an estimated 15%. It is estimated to generate about $200 million in patent...
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