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Senate designates July as National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month

Original title: A resolution recognizing the importance of trademarks in the economy and the role of trademarks in protecting consumer safety, by designating the month of July as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month".

Last action · July 17, 2025: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4490; text: 07/08/2025 CR S4259)

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What This Bill Would Do

The Senate has officially designated the month of July as 'National Anti-ing and Consumer Education and Awareness Month' to highlight the role of s in protecting consumer safety and the economy.

Why it matters

This resolution establishes a formal federal awareness period intended to educate the public on the risks of goods and the importance of protections for businesses and consumers.

Who It Would Affect

Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

consumers

Consumers are the target audience for the education and awareness initiatives promoted by this designation.

Directly affected

trademark holders

Trademark holders are recognized for the role their intellectual property plays in the economy and consumer safety.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution change any laws regarding counterfeit goods?
No, this is a commemorative resolution that designates a month for public awareness and education; it does not alter existing or anti-ing statutes.
What is the purpose of this designation?
The purpose is to recognize the importance of s in the economy and to educate consumers about the role trademarks play in ensuring safety.

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Where This Stands

Current status: passed chamber.

Last action
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4490; text: 07/08/2025 CR S4259)Jul 17, 2025

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Legislative focus on intellectual property

The Senate is utilizing commemorative resolutions to emphasize the economic and safety importance of trademark enforcement.

Connected Entities

United States Senate
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Sources

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