H.R. 2584 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
To amend title 35, United States Code, to limit the patentability of tax planning methods.
H.R. 2584 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) was introduced on May 21, 2009, sponsored by Rick Boucher with 45 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 21, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 45
- Policy area
- Commerce
What it does
Amends federal patent law to deny a patent for a tax planning method. Defines "tax planning method" as any method for reducing, minimizing, or deferring tax liability (not including tax preparation software).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rick Boucher (D-VA). Co-sponsors: 21 Democrats, 24 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 21, 2009
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (May 21, 2009)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
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