What are the implications of the 2007 USPTO policy change for pending applications with multiple nucleotide sequences?
The 2007 USPTO policy change, which rescinded the 1996 waiver allowing multiple nucleotide sequences in a single application, has specific implications for pending applications. MPEP 803.04 states: “All pending applications are subject to the 2007 OG notice. Note, however, that supplemental restriction requirements will not be advanced in applications that have already received an action…
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