H.R. 6758 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
SUCCESS Act
H.R. 6758 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Sep 10, 2018, sponsored by Steve Chabot with 10 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 10, 2018
- Co-sponsors
- 10
- Policy area
- Commerce
- Public law
- Public Law 115-273
What it does
Study of Underrepresented Classes Chasing Engineering and Science Success Act of 2018 or the SUCCESS Act (Sec. 3) This bill directs the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to study and report to Congress on the number of patents applied for and obtained: (1) by women, minorities, and veterans; and (2) by small businesses owned by women, minorities, and veterans.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Steve Chabot (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 10, 2018
- Passed the HouseSep 25, 2018
- Passed the SenateOct 11, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentOct 24, 2018
- Became lawOct 31, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-273. (Oct 31, 2018)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 6758 (115th Congress): SUCCESS Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/115-hr-6758/success-act (accessed 2026-10-14).