Chuck Grassley (R-IA)
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".
A Republican resolution with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4490; text: 07/08/2025 CR S4259)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
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.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates the month of July 2025 as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month." It recognizes the role trademarks play in protecting consumer safety and supporting the economy. The measure highlights the dangers posed by counterfeit goods, including risks to health and economic stability. It aims to support the education of the public regarding the dangers of these products. Additionally, the resolution affirms the need for education efforts across federal, state, and private sectors. Finally, it promotes awareness to reduce the supply and demand for counterfeit items.
Yes· 3 of 15
- Scored +5
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?
The resolution focuses heavily on educating consumers to protect them from unsafe and counterfeit products.
- Scored +4
Would business owners be better off under this?
The resolution directly supports the protection of brand owners and their intellectual property.
- Scored +3
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution explicitly mentions protecting vulnerable populations including children from counterfeit dangers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Consumer Safety and Health: The resolution aims to educate the public about the "actual and potential dangers counterfeit products pose to consumer health and safety," specifically regarding medical products and items that do not meet safety standards (Resolution, Clauses 2 and 4).
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Economic Protection: By promoting awareness to reduce the demand for counterfeit products, the measure seeks to combat the loss of jobs and the displacement of legitimate sales that harm the United States economy (Resolution, Clause 4; Whereas clauses regarding economic impact).
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Informed Consumer Choices: The resolution supports efforts to equip consumers with "information and tools needed to safeguard against illegal counterfeit products" in various forms of commerce (Resolution, Clause 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text of the resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The resolution directly supports the protection of brand owners and their intellectual property. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution explicitly mentions protecting vulnerable populations including children from counterfeit dangers. Would retired people be better off under this? — Protecting consumers from unsafe products benefits senior citizens and retirees. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution highlights protecting senior citizens from the risks of counterfeit goods. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Education on counterfeit goods can protect vulnerable consumers from purchasing unsafe products. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Protecting the economy and job security benefits middle-class stability. Would union members be better off under this? — Protecting legitimate businesses helps safeguard the jobs held by workers.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The resolution focuses heavily on educating consumers to protect them from unsafe and counterfeit products. Is this likely to grow the economy? — By addressing the billions lost to counterfeiting, the resolution supports overall economic stability and growth. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — Protecting intellectual property helps businesses of all sizes safeguard their market share and resources. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution aims to protect existing jobs and economic growth by combating the displacement caused by counterfeit goods.
- Healthcare
- Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — The resolution addresses the threat of counterfeit pills containing fentanyl which is central to the opioid crisis. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — Reducing counterfeit medical products and fentanyl-laced pills improves public health safety.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make patent and copyright rules fairer? — The resolution emphasizes the importance of protecting trademark rights against counterfeiting.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this make trade with other countries easier? — Protecting intellectual property rights supports more stable and legal international trade environments.
- 7/17/2025
- Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4490; text: 07/08/2025 CR S4259)
- 7/8/2025
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Thomas TillisRepublican · North Carolina