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Trademark Licensing Protection: Clear Rules for Businesses and Employees

This act clarifies that licensing a trademark, such as in a franchise, does not automatically mean the trademark owner is an employer of the licensee's employees. This aims to provide legal clarity for businesses and franchisees, protecting them from unexpected employment claims.
Key points
The act specifies that trademark licensing does not create an employment relationship between the mark owner and the company or its employees.
Trademark owners can still control the quality of products and services associated with their brand without becoming employers of the licensees' employees.
The changes do not apply to cases initiated before the act's enactment date before the National Labor Relations Board.
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Print number: 117_S_4976
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2022-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Trademark Licensing Protection Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4976.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act specifies that trademark licensing does not create an employment relationship between the mark owner and the company or its employees.
  • Trademark owners can still control the quality of products and services associated with their brand without becoming employers of the licensees' employees.
  • The changes do not apply to cases initiated before the act's enactment date before the National Labor Relations Board.
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. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

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.

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