Sep 30, 2020
You know, I think that antitrust law has to continue to be focused on consumer welfare rather than deviating into other problem areas.
Jim Sensenbrenner
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Frank James Sensenbrenner is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Wisconsin's 5th congressional district from 1979 to 2021. During his tenure, he served on several key committees, including the Judiciary Committee, where he played a significant role in shaping legislation on issues such as immigration, intellectual property, and law enforcement. Sensenbrenner was known for his strong advocacy of conservative principles and his commitment to reducing the size of government. He was also involved in various initiatives related to technology and privacy rights.
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September 30, 2020
I remain skeptical of proposals that break up these companies, mandate a one-size-fits-all data standard, or create a government-run 'public option.'
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by number of sources- I rise in opposition to the motion to recommit, and I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Florida (Mr5 sources1997congress.gov
- I yield myself 1\1/2\ minutes. Madam Chair, section 3 of this bill creates a first-to-file patent system. The sponsors believe that the United States should harmonize with other countries' first-to-file systems. There's no reason to do that. Our patent system is the strongest in the world, and it's based upon the first recognition of the Constitution in any country that inventors should be protected. I think that the Constitution empowers Congress to give patents only to inventors. We had a significant constitutional argument on this issue yesterday. If the amendment is not adopted, the issue will be litigated all the way up to the Supreme Court. The current first-to-invent system has been key in encouraging entrepreneurial innovation and evens the playing field for individual inventors who are not represented by a major industry. The first- inventor-to-file system violates the Constitution because it would award a patent to the winner of the race to the PTO and not the actual inventor who makes the first discovery. If we change to a first-to-file system, inventors who believe they do not have sufficient resources to win the race to the PTO will not have any motivation at all to continue developing the new invention. This will stifle innovation, and given the current state of our economy, that's the last thing we need. The Acting CHAIR. The time of the gentleman has expired.2 sources2011govinfo.gov
- This is also a very good amendment. It broadens the tools that law enforcement can use to track down missing children through better forensic investigation.2 sources2003govinfo.gov
- I move to table the resolution. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion to table offered by the gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Sensenbrenner). The question was taken; and the Speaker pro tempore announced that the noes appeared to have it.2 sources2005govinfo.gov
- I am pleased to support the gentleman's amendment. It provides an authorization for a program that already has been funded by the Committee on Appropriations. It is a good amendment. It helps the bill out. I urge Members to vote for it.2 sources2005govinfo.gov
- the motion to recommit is not germane to the original text of the House Joint Resolution 10. House Joint Resolution 10 proposes an amendment to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States. The material proposed to be inserted in the motion to recommit, sections 2 and following, has nothing to do with the subject of prohibiting the physical desecration of the flag and, thus, is not germane under the rules of the House. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Does any Member wish to be heard on the point of order?2 sources2005govinfo.gov
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Sep 30, 2020
I believe U.S. citizens would be best served if antitrust continues to retain its traditional focus on promoting consumer welfare and competition in markets.
Sep 30, 2020
Successful implementation of the mandate for competition in the antitrust laws encourages innovation, which is the main driver of economic growth.
Sep 29, 2020
I did not, and there is no system that I know of that provides artists with compensation when their work is used.
Jul 28, 2020
Wouldn't that be up to somebody on the other side of the issue to say that this is not proven?
Jul 28, 2020
I've been in Congress 42 years. That's coming to an end at the end of this year. I'm breathing a sigh of relief.
Jul 28, 2020
I'm not going to be on this committee in the next Congress. I am going to put my feet up and become a 'senior, statesman.'
Jul 28, 2020
I have reached the conclusion that we do not need to change our antitrust laws. They have been working just fine.
Jul 28, 2020
Conservatives are consumers too. And the way the net was put together, in the eyes of Congress, is that everybody should be able to speak their mind.
Jun 9, 2020
It's up to us to constructively deal with this so that we can do more than just have a press release and make a difference.
May 19, 2020
One of the few things that deans do around here, aside from using our institutional memory, is to ask unanimous consent that people who are elected in special elections from their State be permitted to take the oath of office. Today it is…
Mar 11, 2020
I am no stranger to this debate. In the aftermath of 9/11, I stood on this floor to advance the USA PATRIOT Act. I still believe, as I did at the time, in its necessity to protect our country from terrorist attacks. In 2015, after abuses…
Feb 13, 2020
It is my intention to raise a point of order that this resolution requires a two-thirds vote. I will argue the point of order when it is made, but I need to know when the proper time is to raise the point of order. The SPEAKER pro tempore…
Feb 13, 2020
I appeal the decision of the Chair. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The terms of House Resolution 842 are unambiguous and so, consistent with the ruling of the Chair on September 16, 1977, to permit an appeal in this case would be tantamount to…
Feb 13, 2020
Do I put the question before or after it is passed? The SPEAKER pro tempore. At the time the Chair puts the question on passage.
Feb 13, 2020
I make the point of order that a two-thirds vote is required for passage of this joint resolution because it does have the effect of amending the Constitution. And on the point of order, Madam Speaker, there was an extension that was…
Feb 13, 2020
Parliamentary inquiry. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from Wisconsin will state his parliamentary inquiry.
Feb 13, 2020
I have a point of order. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman will state his point of order.
Feb 13, 2020
I appeal that ruling of the Chair as well, which I believe is appealable. The SPEAKER pro tempore. That ruling is not subject to appeal. The question is on the passage of the joint resolution. The question was taken; and the Speaker pro…
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