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Competition for accelerated patent matters for humanitarian solutions

This law establishes a competition to award certificates that speed up patent-related processes for humanitarian innovations. This aims to encourage and facilitate the development of solutions that benefit humanity. It helps innovators get their humanitarian inventions reviewed faster.
Key points
Innovators addressing humanitarian issues can win certificates to accelerate their patent applications or appeals.
These certificates allow for faster processing of patent examinations, appeals, or reexaminations.
The competition will be held at least biennially, promoting public good innovations.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-12-06
For 396
Against 24
Abstain 0
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Became Law
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5796
Sponsor: Rep. Jeffries, Hakeem S. [D-NY-8]
Process start date: 2021-11-01
Voting date: 2022-12-06
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 511
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Patents for Humanity Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5796.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Innovators addressing humanitarian issues can win certificates to accelerate their patent applications or appeals.
  • These certificates allow for faster processing of patent examinations, appeals, or reexaminations.
  • The competition will be held at least biennially, promoting public good innovations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Jeffries, Hakeem S. [D-NY-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-245.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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