From the Alliance


Sep. 18, 2025

Innovation Alliance Statement on Senate Vote Confirming John Squires as USPTO Director

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Innovation Alliance Executive Director Brian Pomper today issued the following statement on the U.S. Senate vote confirming John Squires as Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO):

“The Innovation Alliance applauds the Senate for voting to confirm John Squires as the next Director of the USPTO.

“Mr. Squires exhibits a keen understanding of the critical role the patent system plays in the U.S. economy and recognizes the need for legislation to strengthen the system. He spoke strongly during his confirmation hearing about the importance of injunctive relief for patent holders who have had their intellectual property infringed and the need to reform patent eligibility laws to prevent the U.S. from falling behind China.

“We look forward to working with Mr. Squires on these and other changes needed to improve our patent system and ensure it continues to serve as a driving force for our economy, supporting American innovation, job creation and global competitiveness.”

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The Innovation Alliance represents innovators, patent owners and stakeholders from a diverse range of industries that believe in the critical importance of maintaining a strong patent system that supports innovative enterprises of all sizes. Innovation Alliance members can be found in large and small communities across the country, helping to fuel the innovation pipeline and drive the 21st century economy. Learn more at www.innovationalliance.net.