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Protecting Intellectual Property Rights: Congress Controls International Agreement Changes.

This act aims to ensure that the President of the United States cannot unilaterally alter international intellectual property agreements, such as the TRIPS Agreement. This means any changes to rules concerning patents, trademarks, or copyrights, which could affect the availability of medicines, technologies, or products, will require Congressional approval. As a result, citizens have greater assurance that important decisions regarding their access to innovation and product costs will be made with the involvement of their representatives.
Key points
President requires Congressional authorization for changes to intellectual property agreements.
The act aims to protect intellectual property rights in international trade.
It impacts how the United States negotiates rules on patents and copyrights.
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Print number: 117_HR_7582
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-50]
Process start date: 2022-04-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Free TRIPS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7582.

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 2022-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • President requires Congressional authorization for changes to intellectual property agreements.
  • The act aims to protect intellectual property rights in international trade.
  • It impacts how the United States negotiates rules on patents and copyrights.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-50].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

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

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