Office of the Administrator for Policy and External Affairs - Copyrights

The Copyright group is responsible for copyright policies both domestically and internationally and oversee topics such as exclusive rights, fair use, liability and piracy. 

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Copyright Policy Symposium

The Commerce Department’s United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) held a public meeting to discuss the relationship of copyright policy, creativity, and innovation in the Internet economy. (July 2010)  

• Media Advisory
• Federal Register Notice
• Agenda
• Webcast Information

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Statement on copyright exceptions and limitations for persons with disabilities to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) standing committee on Copyright and Related Rights (SCCR) in Geneva, Switzerland 

The Role of the USPTO and IP Policy Copyright Basics A Copyright Refresher Report on Filesharing [PDF viewer]  Vessel Hull Designs

The USPTO leads efforts to develop and strengthen both domestic and international intellectual property protection and advises the Secretary of Commerce, the President of the United States, and the Administration on patent, trademark, and copyright protection.