In May, I reported on the bill in Congress that would dramatically alter patent filing fees. That bill has now passed both the House and Senate and is awaiting President Bush’s signature. Here is a brief rundown:
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Current Fees |
Fees in Bill |
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Filing Fee |
$770 |
Filing: $300 |
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Extra independent claims >3 |
$86 |
$100 |
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Claims >20 |
$18 |
$50 |
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Long disclosure |
$0 |
$250 for ea. 50 sheets over 100 |
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Electronic Filing |
$0 |
$225 discount |
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Issue Fee |
$1330 |
$1400 |
Small entities retain 50% cut.