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On the recordJuly 29, 2013
By incentivizing the investment that leads to research, development, and innovation, the government's recognition and protection of intellectual property provides an environment in which Americans can take risks, invent new products, and advance our standard of living in this country.
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Mike Lee
Republican · Utah

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Senator Lee highlights the importance of intellectual property protection for innovation and economic progress.

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