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USPTO Seeks Comments on 2010-2015 Draft Strategic Plan

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The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has posted its draft Strategic Plan for fiscal years (FY) 2010-2015 and is inviting comments from employees, stakeholders and the public. Comments may be submitted until August 2nd.

 

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USPTO Issues Interim Guidance in view of of Bilski v. Kappos

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USPTO Issues Interim Guidance for Determining Subject Matter Eligibility for Process Claims in View of Bilski v. Kappos. 
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Trademark Expo Application Deadline Extended

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There is still time to participate in the 2010 National Trademark Expo! The deadline for trademark owners to apply for exhibit space at the Trademark Expo has been extended to August 16. Now is your chance to showcase the vital role trademarks have played in your business. 
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USPTO Celebrates One-Year Anniversary of e-Office Action

e-Office Action: Electronic Office Action Notifcation
The USPTO celebrates the one-year anniversary of e-Office Action on July 19, 2010. As of June 2010, 30 percent of all patent correspondence now is communicated via e-Office Action.
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Trademark Expo Application Deadline Extended

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There is still time to participate in the 2010 National Trademark Expo! The deadline for trademark owners to apply for exhibit space at the Trademark Expo has been extended to August 16. Now is your chance to showcase the vital role trademarks have played in your business.
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Apply to Exhibit Free at the USPTO's 2010 National Trademark Expo October 15th and 16th.T.Markey says, "Come join the fun" while Commissioner for Trademarks Lynne Beresford speaks at the USPTO podium.

Corporate exhibitors, trademark characters, themed displays, and educational seminars illustrate the vital role trademarks play in the global economy.

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USPTO Seeks Comments on 2010-2015 Draft Strategic PlanExterior of the USPTO Madison building

The USPTO has posted its draft Strategic Plan for fiscal years (FY) 2010-2015 and is inviting comments from employees, stakeholders and the public.  Comments may be submitted until August 2nd.

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“Director’s Forum” BlogUnder Secretary Kappos

The “Director’s Forum” Blog offers an opportunity for the USPTO’s stakeholders and the general public to interact with USPTO Director David Kappos.

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