HR 108
Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters Act of 2019
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Bill overview
This bill, the Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters Act of 2019, aims to combat deceptive practices in patent litigation. It prohibits sending communications that falsely claim infringement or demand compensation for patents, particularly when those claims are based on inaccurate information. The law establishes a ‘bad faith’ standard for these communications and grants the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general the authority to enforce these rules, preempting conflicting state laws. It also requires clear identification of the patent and sender in these communications.
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Michael C. Burgess
Cosponsor
Steve Stivers
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