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copyright and patent power

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A quick definition of copyright and patent power:

Copyright and patent power refers to the government's ability to create and control a system that protects the rights of people who create new things like books, music, and inventions. This means that the government can give exclusive rights to the creators for a limited time, so no one else can copy or use their work without permission. This power is given to the federal government by the Constitution, and states are not allowed to make their own laws about it.

A more thorough explanation:

Copyright and patent power refers to the authority of the federal government to create and regulate a system for copyright and patent protection. This power is granted by Article I, Section 8, Clause 8 of the Constitution, which allows Congress to "promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings and Discoveries".

For example, if someone invents a new machine, they can apply for a patent that gives them the exclusive right to make, use, and sell that machine for a certain period of time. Similarly, if someone writes a book, they can apply for a copyright that gives them the exclusive right to publish and sell that book for a certain period of time.

While states used to have some authority over copyright and patent laws, the Copyright Act of 1976 gave the federal government complete control over these areas. This means that states cannot pass their own copyright and patent legislation, and they do not have jurisdiction over any claims arising under copyright or patent law.

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not sure if I should email them to say that, or just hold off on sending it and not give an excuse
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I think I just wouldn’t reach out and if they ask for them then say that
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