This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 35 U.S.C. § 164, including 4 rules from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only, it is not legal advice.

Summary

Section 35 USC 164 allows the President to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to assist agricultural research through Executive orders, based on requests from the Agricultural Research Service Director.

What this section covers

• The section covers the direction from the President to the Secretary of Agriculture for providing assistance in carrying out provisions of this title related to agricultural research.

Key obligations

• The President must issue an Executive order directing the Secretary of Agriculture to provide assistance as requested by the Agricultural Research Service Director.
• The Secretary of Agriculture must act in accordance with the President's directive to assist in carrying out provisions of this title.

Practice notes

• Ensure all directives from the President are clearly documented and followed by the Secretary of Agriculture to maintain compliance with Section 164.
• Maintain records and communications related to requests for assistance from the Agricultural Research Service Director to avoid misunderstandings or non-compliance.

Related Provisions

• 37 CFR § 1.167

Based on MPEP Last Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22