Political Quotes

“I thank the superb staff for writing that out because I am not quite sure I could have done that on my own. I had hoped as we began debate on this important bill to modernize America's patent system that the Senate would focus specifically on this measure designed to help create jobs, energize the economy and encourage innovation. I had hoped that we would consider relevant amendments, and pass the bill. The America Invents Act is a key part of any jobs agenda. We can help unleash innovation and promote American invention, all without adding a penny to the deficit. This is commonsense, bipartisan legislation. I said at the outset that I hoped the Senate would come together to pass this needed legislation and do so in the finest tradition of the Senate. I thank the Republican manager of the bill and the assistant Republican leader for their support and efforts on this bill. Unfortunately, we have become bogged down with nongermane, nonrelevant, extraneous discussions and amendments. Earlier this week, Senators who were focused on our legislative effort and responsibilities joined in tabling an amendment that has nothing to do with the subject matter of the America Invents Act. Extraneous amendments that have nothing to do with the important issues of reforming our out-of-date patent system so that American innovators can win the global competition for the future have no place on this important bill. They should not be slowing its consideration and passage.…”