H.R. 1260 would amend title 35, United States Code, to provide for patent reform.
Detailed Summary
Patent Reform Act of 2009 - Amends federal patent law to rewrite provisions concerning the conditions for patentability.
Revises various other rights and requirements related to patents, including regarding: (1) damages; (2) post-grant procedures; (3) citation of prior art; and (4) <i>inter partes </i>reexaminations; (5) preissuance submissions by third parties; (6) venue and jurisdiction; and (7) the regulatory authority of the Patent and Trademark Office.
Replaces the Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences with the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
Revises provisions concerning the residency of federal circuit judges.
Status of the Legislation
Latest Major Action: 4/30/2009: House committee/subcommittee actions. Status: Committee Hearings Held.
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