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USPTO to launch SPARK Pilot Program to strengthen U.S. standards development leadership
This initiative will incentivize meaningful participation by U.S. small and medium-sized businesses, universities, and non-profits in standards development organizations (SDOs).
Attorneys, agents, and paralegals
USPTO platforms, tools, and other resources frequently used by attorneys, agents, and paralegals, including links to check your application status, access patent application forms, Gazettes, and patent practitioner resources.
Celebrating 250 years of discovery, creativity, and enterprise
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, learn about 250 years of American innovation.
America's innovative history
An overview of 250 years of intellectual property history in the United States
USPTO issues updated guidance regarding patent examiner applications and stock ownership
On March 2, 2026, Director of the USPTO John A. Squires issued updated guidance to reinforce public confidence in the fairness and impartiality of the patent examination process.
How to apply for a patent
Know the process. Secure nationwide protection.
Remarks by Director Squires — U.S. Chamber of Commerce International IP Index
Remarks as delivered John A. Squires, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO U.S. Chamber of Commerce International IP Index...
Vendor Information
Information about the USPTO's acquisition process, information for small businesses, links to current acquisition opportunities at the USPTO, and additional information for the vendor community.
Search for patents
Find existing patents, published patent applications, and other published patent documentation.
America’s innovative journey
Journeys of Innovation stories relating to America's 250th anniversary
Trademark Trail
Explore iconic trademarks highlighted in honor of the America 250 celebration that appear on the sidewalk in front of the building in Alexandria, Virginia.
USPTO designates informative decision declining to discretionarily deny institution where multiple considerations, including U.S. manufacturing, weighed against denial
Other considerations included a vacated district court trial, an apparent Office error, and an early challenge.
USPTO designates as precedential a decision waiving Director Review deadline and terminating proceeding under "Hulu"
Director waives review deadlines, allows extensions in exceptional cases, and vacates institution under "Hulu" after invalidity findings.
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Innovation
This film reveals how American innovators — and the intellectual property system — have played a pivotal role in shaping American society from the beginning.
Remarks by John A. Squires, 60th USPTO Director — Great American State Fair Ribbon Cutting
Remarks as delivered John A. Squires, 60th Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO Great American State Fair Ribbon Cutting...
USPTO updates Director Review process to extend the deadline for decisions instituting trial from 14 days to 30 days
USPTO extends Director Review deadline for institution decisions to 30 days, with further extensions in exceptional cases.
The history of presidentially signed patents
Learn about the history of presidentially signed patents.
Visit the USPTO at the Great American State Fair
Learn about the USPTO's participation at the Great American State Fair, from June 25 through July 10 in the America Innovates Pavilion, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.