Mike Lee actually said...

"Companies and individuals that use patents increasingly complain of what is called the 'hold-up,' the scenario in which a holder of a standard-essential patent refuses to grant a license to use its pa..."

"Everyone who is participating in or watching this hearing can agree that cooperative industry standards are good for consumers, producers, and for the economy as a whole."

"Any conflict between these two important elements of our economy necessarily affects consumers and is a matter of real concern for this Subcommittee."

"any actions that potentially limit participation in a standards development organization could be detrimental to consumers."