OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
RESTORE Patent Rights Act of 2024
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4840.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2024-07-30.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Change in Patent Law: Establishes a rebuttable presumption that a court should grant a permanent injunction after finding patent infringement.
- Empowering Inventors: Makes it easier for individual inventors, startups, and small businesses to defend themselves against large corporations that willfully infringe patents.
- Protecting Innovation: Aims to discourage the illegal copying of technology, thereby supporting scientific and technical progress in the U.S.
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:
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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: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.
What is the impact of this bill?
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