USPTO extends request for comments on patent pro bono programs through August 11, 2023

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USPTO extends request for comments on patent pro bono programs through August 11, 2023

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is extending the comment period until August 11, 2023, for the Federal Register Notice (FRN) “Study of the Patent Pro Bono Programs; Notice of Public Listening Sessions and Request for Comments” that was published on April 12, 2023.

The comment period is being extended in response to stakeholder feedback. The USPTO recognizes it is important to collect broad stakeholder input to strengthen the reach and impact of the patent pro bono programs.

As noted in the April 12, 2023, notice, the USPTO seeks feedback from a broad group of stakeholders, including, but not limited to, inventors, small businesses, entrepreneurs, patent attorneys, patent agents, law firms, nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, public interest groups, and the general public. The USPTO desires feedback from stakeholders so that it may, as appropriate, evaluate the programs and make recommendations to Congress regarding possible administrative and legislative action.

Read the full text of the notice in the Federal Register.

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