Published on: 05/29/2026 12:06 PM
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Trademark Manual of Examining Procedure update now available
The May 2026 Trademark Manual of Examining Procedure (TMEP) is now available on the United States Patent and Trademark Office website. This update incorporates relevant precedential decisions issued since the November 2025 TMEP revision and before February 28, 2026. It also clarifies or formalizes certain existing procedures.
The TMEP is the primary resource for information about the trademark examination process.
Read the TMEP highlights for a high-level summary of certain changes. For a complete list of changes, see the change summary.
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