Principal Kristi Sawert Discusses OIRA's Review of Proposed USPTO Patent Challenge Rules

Law360 featured commentary from Principal Kristi Sawert on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's proposed rule package that would place new limits on America Invests Act patent challenges before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. Sawert explained that the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs' (OIRA) role is to ensure that the proposal aligns with broader administration priorities.

Excerpt: "In my view, what OIRA is trying to do is make sure that this rule is consistent with the administration's policy, that the White House and other agencies have signed off, and that it truly is something that is approved by the White House and by this administration."

Read the full article: USPTO Plan To Limit AIA Reviews Is In White House's Hands