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Donut Stop Innovating: Thanks to 300+ people and over 30 Congressional offices who stopped by CIP’s Advocacy food truck to celebrate National IP Month.
🍩 DONUT STOP INNOVATING.
Join the Congressional Inventions Project on October 28 from 8–10 AM at South Capitol Metro for donuts, conversation, and a celebration of National IP Month.
On October 11, 1887, Alexander Miles received U.S. Patent No. 371,207 for Elevator doors improvement. Miles’ design improved elevator operation and passenger safety.
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On September 10, 1846, Elias Howe Jr. received U.S. Patent No. 4,750 for Sewing machine. The lockstitch design helped move sewing from hand labor to scalable manufacturing. #CongressionalInventionsProject #USPTO
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Is America—or China—winning the innovation race?
Join us on Capitol Hill for The Scorecard — a conversation on patents, American innovation, and what it takes to stay ahead.
📅 Sept. 17 | Noon
📍 2237 Rayburn
🥪 Chick-fil-A provided
RSVP: [email protected]
On August 29, 1893, Whitcomb Judson received U.S. Patent No. 504,038 for Zipper precursor. Judson’s device is an important early chapter in the history of the zipper. #CongressionalInventionsProject #USPTO
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August 7, 1888, Theophilus Van Kannel received U.S. Patent No. 387,571 for Revolving door. The revolving-door concept changed how busy buildings managed foot traffic and weather.
#CongressionalInventionsProject #USPTO
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Congress heads home for August recess. Add one thing to your reading list.
The Congressional Inventions Project's new IP Glossary breaks down patents, copyrights, PTAB, FRAND, and more into clear, practical definitions for congressional staff and anyone following innovation policy.
Read it here:
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On July 11, 1871, Margaret Knight received U.S. Patent No. 116,842 for Flat-bottom paper bag machine. Her machine helped mass-produce flat-bottom paper bags used in retail for generations.
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Innovation doesn't happen by accident. It happens when inventors, entrepreneurs, and creators know their ideas will be protected.
Members of the Congressional Inventions Caucus explain why strong intellectual property rights are critical to jobs, trade, and America's global leadership.
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As global competition intensifies, protecting intellectual property will remain central to America's innovation leadership.
Hear Senator @SteveDaines discuss the future of intellectual property worldwide.
#GlobalInnovation #ProtectIP
Intellectual property plays a critical role in America's global trade relationships.
@RepJimmyPanetta discusses why protecting innovation strengthens America's position in the global economy. #Trade #Innovation
Innovation starts with ideas—and ideas need protection.
Congresswoman @RepNikkiB explains why intellectual property remains at the heart of American innovation.
#InnovationStartsHere #InventInAmerica
Strong intellectual property protections help fuel American jobs, investment, and economic growth.
Hear Congressman @KevinKileyCA discuss why innovation and economic opportunity go hand-in-hand.
#InnovationEconomy #ProtectIP
"Intellectual property is foundational to the United States."
Congressional Inventions Caucus Co-Chair @RepDeborahRoss discusses why America's innovation leadership begins with strong intellectual property protections.
#ProtectIP #AmericanInnovation
Today we launch Congressional Voices on Intellectual Property, featuring members of the Congressional Inventions Caucus discussing why intellectual property is essential to innovation, economic growth, jobs, and America's global competitiveness.
Hear directly from Members of Congress on the importance of protecting the ideas and inventions that drive our economy.
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On July 14, 1885, Sarah Goode received U.S. Patent No. 322,177 for Cabinet bed. It addressed small-space living with furniture that folded function into one design.
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On June 13, 1893, Thomas Stewart received U.S. Patent No. 499,402 for Mop. The patent shows how practical design improvements can reshape routine work.
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On June 12, 1849, Lewis Haslett received U.S. Patent No. 6,529 for Lung protector / respirator. It is an early example of respiratory protection in U.S. patent history.
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