S. 1833: Leadership in CET Act
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-05-21 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN] |
| Policy area | Commerce |
| Cosponsors | 4 |
| Latest action | 2025-05-21 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-28 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-05-21):
Leadership in Critical and Emerging Technologies Act or the Leadership in CET Act
This bill directs the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to establish and carry out a pilot program to expedite the patent examination process for patents involving critical or emerging technologies (i.e., artificial intelligence, semiconductor design, or quantum information science). The USPTO must report to Congress on the impact and effectiveness of the pilot program.
Cosponsors (4)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Peter Welch | D VT (original cosponsor) 2025-05-21 |
| Katie Boyd Britt | R AL 2025-10-23 |
| Adam B. Schiff | D CA 2025-10-23 |
| Christopher A. Coons | D DE 2026-07-27 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 1833 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 1833?
S. 1833 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Leadership in CET Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 1833 are available on congress.gov.
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