A resolution recognizing the importance of trademarks in the economy and the role of trademarks in protecting consumer safety, by designating the month of July as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month".
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4249; text: 6/13/2024 CR S4090-4091)
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AI Government Intelligence™Senate Resolution 736 of the 118th Congress is a non-binding resolution that recognizes the importance of trademarks in the economy and their role in protecting consumer safety. It designates the month of July as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month." The resolution was agreed to in the Senate without amendment and with a preamble by unanimous consent on July 8, 2024. The resolution falls under the policy area of Commerce and does not contain any legislative text or provisions that create binding obligations or allocate funding.
S.Res. 736 is a symbolic resolution designating July as a month to raise awareness about trademarks and anti-counterfeiting efforts, passed unanimously in the Senate but did not become law.
- Recognizes the economic importance of trademarks and their role in consumer safety.
- Designates July as National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month.
- Passed in the Senate by unanimous consent without amendments or binding provisions.
['Trademark holders and businesses relying on trademark protections', 'Consumers who benefit from protections against counterfeit goods', 'Commerce-related agencies and organizations involved in intellectual property enforcement and education']
['As a non-binding resolution, it does not provide funding or enforcement mechanisms for anti-counterfeiting efforts.', 'Implementation depends on voluntary actions by agencies and organizations without mandated oversight.', 'No direct authority or regulatory changes are established, limiting measurable impact.']
The resolution was introduced and passed in the Senate during the 118th Congress as a symbolic measure to highlight the importance of trademarks and consumer protection against counterfeit goods. It reflects ongoing congressional interest in intellectual property rights and consumer safety within the Commerce policy area. The resolution did not advance to become law and is classified as failed or expired.
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['May increase public and business awareness of trademark protections and anti-counterfeiting issues during July.', 'Could encourage voluntary educational campaigns by government agencies and private organizations.', 'Potentially supports broader intellectual property enforcement efforts by raising visibility.']
As a non-binding Senate resolution without legislative text, funding, or enforcement provisions, S.Res. 736 serves primarily as a symbolic recognition. Transparency considerations include the absence of detailed implementation plans or oversight mechanisms. Monitoring how agencies or organizations respond to this designation could provide insight into its practical impact.
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