Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SR324

Caption

Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Lanham Act.

Impact

The Lanham Act has been instrumental in creating a legal framework that has been cited in numerous court cases while helping to reinforce the integrity of consumer goods in various sectors including pharmaceuticals, military equipment, and general consumer products. The act allows businesses, from small to large corporations, to invest heavily in protecting their trademarks against fraudulent activities. By establishing strong federal protections, the Lanham Act underpins the economy by maintaining consumer trust and ensuring fair competition among businesses. This resolution not only celebrates its history but also reinforces its ongoing relevance in today's market.

Summary

Senate Resolution 324 recognizes the 75th anniversary of the enactment of the Lanham Act, which was signed into law by President Harry S. Truman on July 5, 1946. This landmark legislation laid the groundwork for federal trademark protection in the United States, providing essential remedies for brand owners and efforts to safeguard consumers from counterfeit and misleading products. The resolution commemorates the significant impact the Lanham Act has had on protecting American consumers and manufacturers from the dangers posed by counterfeit goods, which reportedly make up a substantial percentage of global trade and cost billions of dollars annually.

Contention

While the bill primarily serves to honor the legacy of the Lanham Act, it also highlights the enduring issues of counterfeit goods that continue to threaten the safety of consumers and the economy. The resolution points to recent statistics indicating that counterfeit products have been increasing and stresses the importance of maintaining strong trademark protections in combatting these threats. The Rod has a legislative and symbolic weight that advocates for continued vigilance against counterfeit goods, marking the act as a critical tool in consumer protection and market integrity.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

TX SR622

Recognizing Big Sandy Sand Company on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

TX SR65

Recognizing Hastings Humans on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

TX SR167

Recognizing the City of Baytown on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

TX HR124

Honoring civil rights pioneer Heman Marion Sweatt on the 75th anniversary of Texas Southern University.

TX SR42

Recognizing the Mount Pleasant Lions Club on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

TX HR1235

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of Panola College.

TX HCR66

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Texas Municipal Retirement System.

TX HCR92

Congratulating the Parker County Sheriff's Posse on its 75th anniversary.

TX HR1492

Congratulating radio station KPAN in Hereford on its 75th anniversary.

TX HR137

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and Nepal.

Similar Bills

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