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Restores what types of inventions can be patented by changing current patent eligibility rules.
The problem
Current patent law limits what inventions qualify for protection. Some argue this prevents creators from protecting software, business methods, and other innovations.
The proposal
Changes patent eligibility standards to allow more types of inventions to be patented, potentially including software, algorithms, and business methods currently restricted.
The impact
Affects inventors, tech companies, patent applicants, and courts interpreting patent law. Changes what innovations receive legal protection and enforcement.
Inventors could patent a wider range of creations. This gives developers, entrepreneurs, and software creators stronger legal tools to protect their work and prevent copying.
Companies may invest more in innovation if they can patent more types of inventions. Stronger patent protection can attract venture capital and startup funding.
The bill may create simpler, more predictable rules about what can be patented. This helps inventors understand their rights and reduces costly court battles.
Software companies and tech startups could more easily protect algorithms and digital innovations. This strengthens U.S. competitiveness in technology.
Easier patenting could flood the system with overly broad patents. This might make it harder for new companies to innovate without facing legal threats.
More patents mean more opportunities for patent lawsuits. Businesses and individuals could face expensive legal battles over patent violations.
Broader patents give companies more control over prices. Products and services protected by patents may become more expensive for ordinary people.
If abstract ideas and software can be patented broadly, smaller competitors may struggle to enter markets. This reduces choices and new businesses.
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Senate LDA lobbying disclosures · showing 10 of 18
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION
via CHRIS KATOPIS
…icas "NO FAKES Act," S.1367, H.R. 2794 Patents, Patent Reform "PERA," S. 1546 Judiciary, Specialized Courts
Q2 2025 total
all issues
AUTM
via WARING FEDERAL STRATEGIES
…Act of 2025 -- issues related to injunctions for patent infringement S. 1546 and H.R. 3152 -- Patent Eligibility Restoration Act -- related to clarifications of Section 101 of patent law S. 1553 and H.R. 3160 -- PREVAIL…
Q2 2025 total
all issues
HIGH TECH INVENTORS ALLIANCE
via TWINLOGIC STRATEGIES, LLP
…ent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). S. 1553, HR 3160, the PREVAIL Act; S. 1546, HR 3152, the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2023
Q2 2025 total
all issues
UNITED FOR PATENT REFORM
via TWINLOGIC STRATEGIES, LLP
…nt Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) - S. 1553, HR 3160, the PREVAIL Act; S. 1546, HR 3152, the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2023. Customer stay legislation.
Q2 2025 total
all issues
PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH AND MANUFACTURERS OF AMERICA
via PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH AND MANUFACTURERS OF AMERICA
…S. 1097: Interagency Patent Coordination and Improvement Act of 2025 S. 1546: Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2025 (PERA) S. 1553: Promoting and Respecting Economically Vital American Innovation Leadership Act (PR…
Q2 2025 total
all issues
ELECTRONIC FRONTIER FOUNDATION
via ELECTRONIC FRONTIER FOUNDATION
…Foster Art and Keep Entertainment Safe (NO FAKES) Act, all provisions S. 1546, H.R. 3152, Patent Eligibility Restoration Act (PERA), all provisions S. 1553, H.R. 3160, Promoting and Respecting Economically Vital American…
Q2 2025 total
all issues
MICROSOFT CORPORATION
via MICROSOFT CORPORATION
…Innovation Leadership (PREVAIL) Act. SHOP SAFE Act (no bill number). S. 1546, Patent Eligibility Restoration Act.
Q2 2025 total
all issues
UNIFIED PATENTS, LLC
via ENDGAME STRATEGIES, LLC
…y proposals. PREVAIL Act, S. 1553 Patent Eligibility Restoration Act, S. 1546. General opposition to legislative efforts to weaken the Patent Trial & Appeal Board at the USPTO.
Q2 2025 total
all issues
QUALCOMM INCORPORATED
via COVINGTON & BURLING LLP
…PREVAIL Act (S. 1553, H.R. 3160); Patent Eligibility Restoration Act (S. 1546, H.R. 3152); Leadership in CET Act (S. 1833, H.R. 3539). *MATTHEW SHAPANKA DID NOT LOBBY THE SENATE UNTIL AFTER 3/09/24.
Q2 2025 total
all issues
GSK (FKA GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC.)
via GSK (FKA GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC.)
…S. 1097: Interagency Patent Coordination and Improvement Act of 2025 S. 1546: Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2025 (PERA) S. 1553: Promoting and Respecting Economically Vital American Innovation Leadership Act (PR…
Q2 2025 total
all issues
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See all 18 filings on the Senate LDA database