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US Intellectual Property Protection: Combating Innovation Theft

This act aims to better protect American innovations and technologies from theft. A special government group will be established to find ways to stop intellectual property theft, which can help maintain jobs and economic growth in the US. Citizens may indirectly benefit from a stronger economy and greater innovation.
Key points
Establishment of an interagency working group to combat the theft of intellectual property, aiming to protect American companies and jobs.
This group will examine how foreign policy tools can be used to protect US innovations.
Within one year, a report will identify foreign companies and governments involved in intellectual property theft, potentially leading to actions against them.
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Print number: 117_HR_5635
Sponsor: Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy [D-PA-6]
Process start date: 2021-10-20