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Intellectual Property

Apr. 4, 2009

Patent Reform Passes Senate Committee, But GOP Opposition Promises Hurdles Ahead

The Senate Judiciary Committee passed legislation Thursday to overhaul U.S. patent laws, although opposition from key Republicans signaled the possibility of continued clashes over the bill before it goes to the full Senate.

By Robert Iafolla and Craig Anderson
Daily Journal Staff Writers

WASHINGTON - The Senate Judiciary Committee passed legislation Thursday to overhaul U.S. patent laws, although opposition from key Republicans signaled the possibility of continued clashes before the bill goes to the full Senate.

The 15-4 vote followed the panel's adoption of a compromise amendment worked out by three of its senior members. The compromise - first discussed publicly ...

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