35 U.S.C. § 188 — Rules and regulations, delegation of (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP
35 U.S.C. § 188 Rules and regulations, delegation of
This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 35 U.S.C. § 188, including 1 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
This section outlines the authority of various departments to issue rules implementing chapter provisions, including specific examples like the Atomic Energy Commission and defense department secretaries.
What this section covers
- Defines that this section covers the authority of various departments to issue rules implementing chapter provisions.
- Identifies that it includes specific examples such as the Atomic Energy Commission and defense department secretaries.
Key obligations
- States that departments have the authority to issue rules to implement chapter provisions.
- Identifies that these rules must be consistent with existing regulations and laws.
- States the obligation for departments to follow the delegation of authority as outlined in USC 188.
Practice notes
- Advise practitioners to review the specific regulations and laws relevant to their department when drafting rules.
- Warn against issuing rules that exceed the delegated authority as outlined in USC 188.
Official MPEP § 188 — Rules and regulations, delegation of
Source: USPTOLast Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22
35 U.S.C. 188 Rules and regulations, delegation of power.
The Atomic Energy Commission, the Secretary of a defense department, the chief officer of any other department or agency of the Government designated by the President as a defense agency of the United States, and the Secretary of Commerce, may separately issue rules and regulations to enable the respective department or agency to carry out the provisions of this chapter, and may delegate any power conferred by this chapter.
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