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USPTO’s COVID-19 Response: News, Updates, and Operational Status

2020

In this uncharted territory with COVID-19, the USPTO created a dedicated section of its website for its public messaging related to COVID-19.  The link can be found here.  To date, the USPTO notices include: 

USPTO COVID-19 Response Resource Center;

USPTO waives original handwritten signature requirement;

Relief for USPTO customers affected by COVID-19;

USPTO offices closed to the public;

Interviews, oral hearings and in-person meetings; and

USPTO building operating status. 

As the situation continues to evolve, updated notices from the USPTO will be posted on the Prosecution First blog. 

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COVID-19, United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

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