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Introduced
01/30/2020
01/30/2020
In Committee
01/30/2020
01/30/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislationfor legislation relative to bad faith assertions of patent infringement; and of Lori A. Ehrlich, Eric P. Lesser and others relative to assertions of patent infringement made in bad faith,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2484).
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth by addressing bad faith assertions of patent infringement. It defines "assertion of patent infringement" and outlines factors that a court can consider in determining whether such an assertion was made in bad faith. The bill provides remedies for targets of bad faith assertions, including equitable relief, damages, and attorney's fees. It also gives the Attorney General authority to enforce the law and make rules related to it. The bill seeks to prevent abusive patent litigation practices that can harm small businesses and discourage innovation.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (12)
Brian Ashe (D),
Marjorie Decker (D),
Lori Ehrlich (D),
Dylan Fernandes (D),
Carlos González (D),
Eric Lesser (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Alan Silvia (D),
José Tosado (D),
Andy Vargas (D),
Joseph Wagner (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure (J)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 01/30/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2484 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2484.pdf |
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