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H.R. 3045 · 101st Congress · 1989–1990

To amend chapters 5 and 9 of title 17, United States Code, to clarify that States, instrumentalities of States, and officers and employees of States acting in their official capacity, are subject to suit in Federal court by any person for infringement of copyright and infringement of exclusive rights in mask works, and that all the remedies can be obtained in such suit that can be obtained in a su

H.R. 3045 in the 101st Congress (1989–1990) became law — introduced on Jul 28, 1989, sponsored by Robert Kastenmeier.

During the 101st Congress (1989–1990), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jul 28, 1989
Policy area
Business and commerce
Public law
Public Law 101-553

Sponsor

Robert Kastenmeier (D-WI)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJul 28, 1989
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 15, 1990

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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 3045 (101st Congress): To amend chapters 5 and 9 of title 17…,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/101-hr-3045/to-amend-chapters-5-and-9-of-title-17 (accessed 2026-10-17).