Bill Text: CA SR106 | 2023-2024 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Relative to Intellectual Property Awareness Month.
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Passed) 2024-08-15 - Read. Adopted. (Ayes 37. Noes 0. Page 5068.) [SR106 Detail]
Download: California-2023-SR106-Enrolled.html
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Enrolled
August 16, 2024 |
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Passed
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Senate
August 15, 2024 |
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE—
2023–2024 REGULAR SESSION
Senate Resolution
No. 106
| Introduced by Senator Newman (Coauthors: Senators Dodd, Hurtado, Jones, Ochoa Bogh, Rubio, and Wilk) |
August 05, 2024 |
Relative to Intellectual Property Awareness Month.
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
SR 106, Newman.
Digest Key
Bill Text
WHEREAS, Intellectual property (IP) encompasses a wide range of creative and innovative endeavors, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, which collectively drive progress in technology, arts, sciences, and commerce; and
WHEREAS, Furthering awareness and understanding of the role and impact of IP is beneficial to Californians in a place where inclusion and diversity from all walks of life are celebrated; and
WHEREAS, The State of California recognizes the crucial role that IP plays in fostering innovation and creativity, as well as in advancing California to become the fourth largest economy in the world; and
WHEREAS, California’s creative industries thrive on the exchange of ideas, collaboration, and the constant push for new artistic and technological frontiers, all of which are facilitated and nurtured by a robust IP framework; and
WHEREAS, The protection and enforcement of IP rights provide the incentive for individuals, companies, and organizations to invest in research and development, leading to the creation of new products, services, and technologies that improve our lives and advance industries; and
WHEREAS, California and its diverse citizenry, educational institutions, and businesses lead globally in creating IP and embody the curious and entrepreneurial “Eureka” spirit that drives the economy; and
WHEREAS, California stands as a beacon of innovation, hosting a diverse ecosystem of entrepreneurs, startups, researchers, and creators who contribute to the state’s vibrant economy by leveraging IP to generate jobs, foster economic growth, and attract investment; and
WHEREAS, California’s leadership in the field of patents and IP work is exemplified by the state’s remarkable number of patents filed, the quality of research institutions, and the thriving technology and entertainment industries that rely heavily on strong IP protection; and
WHEREAS, Promoting IP awareness encourages a culture of respect for originality and fosters collaboration among individuals and entities in various sectors to drive the development of groundbreaking solutions and artistic expressions; and
WHEREAS, Education and outreach activities during Intellectual Property Awareness Month will empower citizens, students, and businesses to better understand the value of IP rights, as well as how to protect their creations, promote inclusion and diversity, and navigate the intricate landscape of IP law in California; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, That the Senate hereby recognizes the month of October 2024 as Intellectual Property Awareness Month in California; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for distribution.
