United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 548 — Acknowledging the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) as a driving factor in the world economy and the contributions of scientist-inventors across all disciplines.

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, Competition and the Internet.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

Acknowledges the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) as a driving factor in the world economy and the contributions of scientist-inventors. Expresses support for university technological developments, promoting entrepreneurship and, support for university innovations in local communities. Recognizes the importance of inventions, patents, and copyrights as part of maintaining U.S. leadership in the world and a competitive global economy.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, Competition and the Internet.

  2. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E215-216)

  3. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 548 do?
Acknowledges the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) as a driving factor in the world economy and the contributions of scientist-inventors. Expresses support for university technological developments, promoting entrepreneurship and, support for university innovations in local communities. Recognizes the importance of inventions, patents, and copyrights as part of maintaining U.S. leadership in the world and a competitive global economy.
Who sponsors HRES 548?
HRES 548 is sponsored by Kathy Castor (D).
What is the current status of HRES 548?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HRES 548?
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