To expand the sharing of information with respect to suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade.

Overview: HR 4930 was introduced in the House on August 08, 2025, and aims to expand the sharing of information with respect to suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade.

Purpose and Intent: The bill seeks to enhance cooperation and information-sharing between U.S. government agencies and their international counterparts to identify and address suspected intellectual property (IP) infringement in global trade. The goal is to protect American businesses and consumers from the negative impacts of counterfeit and pirated goods.

Key Provisions:
- Authorizes the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and other relevant agencies to share information with foreign customs and law enforcement authorities regarding suspected IP violations
- Requires the U.S. Trade Representative to establish a mechanism for receiving and acting on information from the private sector about suspected IP infringement
- Directs the CBP to develop a strategy to enhance cooperation with e-commerce platforms and online marketplaces to combat the sale of counterfeit goods

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would benefit American businesses, particularly those in IP-intensive industries, by providing them with additional tools and resources to protect their intellectual property rights in global trade. Consumers would also benefit from reduced exposure to potentially unsafe or low-quality counterfeit products.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HR 4930 has been introduced in the House and is currently awaiting further action in the legislative process. If passed, the bill would need to be reconciled with any similar legislation in the Senate before being sent to the President for signature.