First-Time Filer Expedited Examination Pilot Program
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The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO or Office) and its Council for Inclusive Innovation (CI\2\) are developing strategies to create a more equitable and diverse innovation ecosystem. As one strategy, the USPTO is implementing the First-Time Filer Expedited Examination Pilot Program, designed to increase accessibility to the patent system for inventors who are new to the patent application process, including those in historically underserved geographic and economic areas. The program expedites the first Office action for program participants. Expediting the first Office action reduces time-based barriers for inventors who may otherwise be unable to participate in the patent system, thereby advancing opportunity in the innovation ecosystem. The program requires participants to be reasonably trained in the patent application process so they can engage effectively with the Office and maximize the benefit of expedited examination. The pilot program website identifies a collection of free training resources for anyone interested in learning more about the patent application filing process. This notice outlines the conditions, eligibility requirements, and guidelines of the program.
- Current entry point
- www.federalregister.gov/documents/2023/03/09/2023-04695/first-time-filer-expedited-examination-pilot-program (permanent link in the Federal Register, verified 2026-09-30)
- Legacy system and where it moved
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- Fee
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- What you need (account or API key)
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- Published
- 2023-03-09
- Document type
- Notice
原データ更新日:2026-10-06
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