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Improving Patent Quality and Examination Process in the US

This act aims to enhance the quality of issued patents and streamline the examination process. Citizens can gain greater certainty regarding the protection of their innovations and avoid inadvertently infringing on others' rights, fostering economic growth and innovation.
Key points
Improvement Report: The US Comptroller General will prepare a report with proposals to enhance the patent examination process and the quality of issued patents.
Examiner Guidance: The US Patent and Trademark Office will develop new guidelines for its examiners to ensure better quality and consistency in evaluating patent applications.
Modern Technologies: The act envisions using advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to improve the patent examination process and detect errors.
Increased Transparency: Plans include increasing transparency in the patent evaluation process, including recording examiner interviews and making information publicly available.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4704
Sponsor: Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Process start date: 2022-08-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Patent Examination and Quality Improvement Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4704.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-08-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improvement Report: The US Comptroller General will prepare a report with proposals to enhance the patent examination process and the quality of issued patents.
  • Examiner Guidance: The US Patent and Trademark Office will develop new guidelines for its examiners to ensure better quality and consistency in evaluating patent applications.
  • Modern Technologies: The act envisions using advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to improve the patent examination process and detect errors.
  • Increased Transparency: Plans include increasing transparency in the patent evaluation process, including recording examiner interviews and making information publicly available.
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 Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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.

CATEGORIES

Courts and Law Informatization Economy