Foreign Adversary Patent Disclosure Act
To amend title 35, United States Code, to require the Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office to require disclosures in patent applications regarding ties to the People's Republic of China and other foreign adversaries, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9143, proposes to change how patents are applied for in the United States. It aims to ensure that patent applicants disclose any ties to countries that are considered foreign adversaries, specifically mentioning the People's Republic of China. This information would then be reviewed by the Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
The bill would primarily affect businesses and individuals applying for patents who have any connections to the mentioned foreign adversaries. This could include companies with partnerships or funding from these countries, as well as researchers or inventors affiliated with foreign institutions. The goal is to protect national security by ensuring that sensitive technology does not inadvertently get patented by entities that might use it against U.S. interests.
As of June 4, 2026, HB9143 has just been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. This means the bill is in its early stages and will undergo review and potential amendments before any further action is taken. Key actions so far include its introduction and referral to the appropriate committee for further examination.
