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Good Faith Exception to Patent Fines

New legislation introduces a good faith exception to certain financial penalties in patent law. This means that entities can avoid fines if they demonstrate their actions, such as making assertions or certifications, were done without malicious intent. The aim is to reduce financial risk for those acting honestly.
Key points
Entities can avoid certain patent-related financial penalties if they prove their actions were made in good faith.
The change amends specific sections of the U.S. Code (Title 35, Sections 41(j) and 123(f)) to include this good faith clause.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7803
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48]
Process start date: 2024-03-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 35, United States Code, to provide a good faith exception to the imposition of certain fines, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7803.

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 2024-03-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Entities can avoid certain patent-related financial penalties if they prove their actions were made in good faith.
  • The change amends specific sections of the U.S. Code (Title 35, Sections 41(j) and 123(f)) to include this good faith clause.
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 [R-CA-48].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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Courts and Law Economy