HB 1756 – Counterfeit goods. Changes the punishment for counterfeiting and requires the forfeiture of counterfeit goods, the materials and implements used to produce them, and the property used in the commission of the crime.

HB 1856 (See also SB 1048) – Trademark registration. Requires the registration of a trademark to be filed with a signed statement that the registrant has a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce or in connection with the goods or services listed in the application. The bill allows a single application for the registration of the same trademark for goods or services in multiple classes. Provides that when determining if a trademark meets the qualifications to be registered, the Secretary of State’s duty shall be limited to examination of the registration records. Provides that an application for a trademark may be filed if the applicant provides a signed statement indicating an intent to use the mark on or in connection with the goods or services listed in the application. Requires the application to include a specimen or facsimile of the mark for each class of goods or services for which the applicant would like to register such mark. Increases the fee for filing an application for trademark registration from $50 to $75 dollars, and specifies that the additional $5 dollar fee assessed on all fees in this act may also be assessed against each separate class for which an application is filed. Increases the fee for recording of an assignment of a trademark registration from $50 to $75 dollars, and raises the trademark renewal fee from $10 to $20 dollars. Specifies several classes of goods and services for which trademark applications may be filed. Authorizes the secretary of state to promulgate rules to implement the provisions of this act.

HB 1885 (See also SB 999) – Unlawful merchandising. (See Commercial Law)

SB 847 – Seed availability and competition act. (See Agricultural/Animal Law)