Bill > H0679

This bill modernizes Florida's trademark registration process by requiring the Department of State to adopt the international schedule of classes of goods and services, which is a standardized system used globally to categorize what a trademark is used for, instead of maintaining its own separate list. It also mandates the creation of a secure online portal by December 31, 2027, where applicants can submit trademark registration and renewal applications electronically, including uploading required documents like specimens (examples of how the mark is used) and drawings, and paying fees. Furthermore, the bill allows for electronic verification of applications, aligning with existing laws for electronic signatures and transactions, and specifies that online applications will require an electronic specimen of use, while paper applications will continue to require three physical specimens.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

Commerce Committee (House), Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee (House)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/679