What deadlines are set in the Federal Register Notice regarding regulatory review period determinations?

The Federal Register Notice sets two important deadlines: A deadline 180 days after publication for filing written comments or petitions regarding the marketing applicant’s due diligence during the regulatory review period. A deadline 60 days after publication for requesting redetermination if anyone believes the published dates are incorrect. MPEP 2757 states: “The Federal Register Notice…

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What is the difference between a statutory period and a 30-day period in USPTO communications?

The MPEP distinguishes between statutory periods and 30-day periods in USPTO communications: A statutory period is typically calculated in months and ends on the corresponding day of the future month. A 30-day period means 30 calendar days, including weekends and holidays. The MPEP states: “A 30-day period for reply in the Office means 30 calendar…

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