The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is asking for public comments about an information collection related to the Madrid Protocol, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This protocol allows trademark owners to seek international registration in multiple countries with one application. Comments can be submitted until May 12, 2025, and are aimed at evaluating the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of the information collection. The USPTO estimates this will affect 91,024 respondents and involve various application forms, with an overall cost burden of over $42 million.
Simple Explanation
The government is asking people what they think about a process that helps protect their brand names in different countries, making it easier to do so with one application. They want to know if the forms are working well and not too expensive, and people have until May 12, 2025, to share their thoughts.