Federal Register #0651-0034

USPTO Requests Public Comment on Secrecy Orders and Foreign Filing License Information Collection

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), under the Department of Commerce, is seeking public comment on its information collection process for secrecy orders and foreign filing licenses: - Government Buyer: - United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) - Department of Commerce - Purpose: - Renewal of information collection (0651-0034) related to secrecy orders and licenses to export under patent laws - Ensures compliance with national security regulations and the Paperwork Reduction Act - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice is for public input on the reporting burden and impact of information collection requirements - OEMs and Vendors: - USPTO (as the administering agency) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with national security regulations - Public comment period for review of information collection process - No purchase quantities or part numbers involved

Description

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is requesting review and clearance of an information collection related to secrecy orders and foreign filing licenses under patent laws. This collection helps the USPTO assess the impact of its information collection requirements and minimize the reporting burden to the public. The information collected includes petitions regarding secrecy orders that restrict patent disclosures for national security and requests for foreign filing licenses. The collection is required by law and administered by the USPTO to ensure compliance with national security regulations.

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