Bill · S.Res. 818· Senate(119-SRES-818)
A resolution recognizing the importance of trademarks in the economy and the role of trademarks in protecting consumer safety by designating the month of July as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month".
- Introduced
- 7/29/2026
- Last activity
- 7/29/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4351; text: CR S4338-4339)
- Sponsored by
- Chuck Grassley
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates the month of July 2026 as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month." It aims to recognize the economic importance of trademarks and their role in maintaining consumer safety. The resolution highlights how counterfeit goods can threaten the health of the public, specifically targeting vulnerable groups like children and senior citizens. It seeks to support educational campaigns to help people avoid illegitimate products in both physical and electronic marketplaces. By promoting awareness, the resolution intends to reduce the demand and supply of counterfeit items.
Yes· 3 of 11
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5
The resolution specifically targets consumer awareness to protect against the dangers of counterfeit goods.
Would children be better off under this?+3
The resolution notes that counterfeits pose a specific threat to the health and safety of children.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+3
The resolution identifies senior citizens as a vulnerable group that can be harmed by counterfeit goods.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Consumer Safety: The resolution supports the goal of educating the public about the "actual and potential dangers counterfeit products pose to consumer health and safety" (Resolution Section 2). This is important because counterfeit goods, such as medical products and medications, may not adhere to quality standards and can pose threats to health.
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Enhanced Consumer Awareness: By designating July 2026 as a specific month for awareness, the resolution aims to "equip the consumers of the United States with the information and tools needed to safeguard against illegal counterfeit products" (Resolution Section 3). This can help people navigate traditional, internet, and electronic commerce more safely.
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Economic Protection for Businesses: The text notes that businesses currently have to "devote resources to combating counterfeit products instead of using those resources to grow their business" (Resolution Preamble). By promoting awareness to reduce the supply and demand of counterfeits, the resolution supports efforts to help businesses focus on growth and new products rather than enforcement.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+3Good For Retirees+3Good For Seniors+3Good For Business Owners+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+5Improves Economic Growth+1Improves Small Business Support+1Increases Job Creation+1
- Education And Technology
- Improves Intellectual Property Fairness+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Opioid Crisis Response+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Trade+1
- 7/29/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4351; text: CR S4338-4339)
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
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