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Innovator Support: Faster Patents and Increased Funding for Technology Commercialization

This Act aims to help small businesses and innovators bring new technologies to market faster by improving the SBIR and STTR programs. It establishes a prioritized, fee-free patent examination program for award recipients, accelerating intellectual property protection. Furthermore, it increases the financial limits for technical and business assistance, helping companies transition from research to product sales.
Key points
Prioritized Patent Review: Small businesses receiving SBIR/STTR grants will get a faster, fee-free path to obtaining patents, protecting their innovations quickly.
Increased Business Assistance Funding: Funding limits for technical and business assistance are raised (up to $6,500 in Phase I and $50,000 in Phase II), including support for hiring staff and cybersecurity.
Mandatory Commercialization Assessment: The peer review process for SBIR/STTR projects must now include the likelihood of commercialization, not just scientific merit.
New Technology Commercialization Officials: Each federal agency must designate an official to assist companies in transitioning from research to commercial contracts (Phase III).
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Print number: 118_S_1396
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2023-05-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Research Advancing to Market Production for Innovators Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1396.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prioritized Patent Review: Small businesses receiving SBIR/STTR grants will get a faster, fee-free path to obtaining patents, protecting their innovations quickly.
  • Increased Business Assistance Funding: Funding limits for technical and business assistance are raised (up to $6,500 in Phase I and $50,000 in Phase II), including support for hiring staff and cybersecurity.
  • Mandatory Commercialization Assessment: The peer review process for SBIR/STTR projects must now include the likelihood of commercialization, not just scientific merit.
  • New Technology Commercialization Officials: Each federal agency must designate an official to assist companies in transitioning from research to commercial contracts (Phase III).
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. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 169.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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