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 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4351; text: CR S4338-4339)
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
- Officially Recorded
- 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 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
- Scored +5
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?
The resolution specifically targets consumer awareness to protect against the dangers of counterfeit goods.
- Scored +3
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution notes that counterfeits pose a specific threat to the health and safety of children.
- Scored +3
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
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. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The resolution notes that counterfeits pose a specific threat to the health and safety of children. Would retired people be better off under this? — Senior citizens, who often fall into retiree categories, are highlighted as a group vulnerable to counterfeit product harms. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution identifies senior citizens as a vulnerable group that can be harmed by counterfeit goods. Would business owners be better off under this? — Protecting trademarks helps business owners safeguard their brands and resources.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The resolution specifically targets consumer awareness to protect against the dangers of counterfeit goods. Is this likely to grow the economy? — The resolution aims to protect the economic market and the growth of businesses by combating counterfeiting. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — Reducing counterfeit competition helps businesses of all sizes focus resources on growth rather than enforcement. Is this likely to create jobs? — By reducing the resources businesses must divert to combating counterfeits, it indirectly supports business growth and hiring.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make patent and copyright rules fairer? — The resolution emphasizes the importance of trademarks and protecting intellectual property rights.
- Healthcare
- Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — Addressing counterfeit medications can help combat the influx of dangerous drugs like fentanyl.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The resolution addresses the global economic issue of counterfeiting which affects international trade.
- 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.
4 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-SRES-314: 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".
- 118-SRES-325 (not yet synced)
- 118-SRES-736 (not yet synced)
- 117-SRES-738 (not yet synced)
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