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Patrick Leahy: “As you and I have discussed, successful enactment of patent reform requires the input of all Senators. Over the past…”

On the recordDecember 18, 2007
As you and I have discussed, successful enactment of patent reform requires the input of all Senators. Over the past months, since the committee reported the bill, I have had numerous meetings with both members and affected interests. I know you have too. My staff has had literally hundreds of meetings and discussions about this legislation. In the course of those meetings, it has become clear to me that several issues are on the minds of most people: ensuring compensation for infringement is fair and adequate; clarifying rules on venue; and improving the ability of parties to challenge the validity of granted patents through administrative processes.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Discussing the need for input from all Senators on patent reform legislation.

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