What should be done with papers pertaining to property rights under the Atomic Energy Act or National Aeronautics and Space Act?
Papers related to property rights under the Atomic Energy Act or National Aeronautics and Space Act require special handling. According to MPEP 150:
Any papers pertaining to property rights under section 152 of the Atomic Energy Act, 42 U.S.C. 2182, (DOE), or section 305(c) or the National Aeronautics and Space Act, 42 U.S.C. 2457, (NASA), that have not been associated with the application file, or have not been made of record in the file and processed by the Licensing and Review section, must be sent to the Licensing and Review section immediately.
Key points:
- Papers related to property rights under these acts must be properly associated with the application file
- If not already processed by the Licensing and Review section, they must be sent there immediately
- This ensures proper handling and review of sensitive information related to atomic energy or space activities
For more information on National Aeronautics and Space Act, visit: National Aeronautics and Space Act.
For more information on USPTO procedures, visit: USPTO procedures.
Topics:
MPEP 150-Statements to DOE and NASA,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure