SB389 Per Pupil Adjustment for School District Revenue Limits - Vetoed

Wisconsin Senate Bill 389, which proposed amendments to state statutes governing per pupil adjustments and school district revenue limits, was vetoed by Governor Tony Evers on April 6, 2026. The bill had passed the Senate 18-15 on November 18, 2025 and the Assembly 54-40 on February 19, 2026. The veto prevents the proposed school funding changes from taking effect.

Wisconsin SB799 - Parental Access to Minor Health Records (Vetoed)

Wisconsin Senate Bill 799, which sought to expand parental access to minors' health records under Wisconsin statutes, was vetoed by the Governor on April 3, 2026. The bill had passed the Senate 18-15 and the Assembly 54-41 after multiple amendments. The veto effectively prevents the proposed changes to sections 51.30 and 146.835 and the creation of statute 252.15 (3m) (d) 1m. from taking effect.

TRIAD trademark TM76429838 registered for loudspeakers

The USPTO registered trademark TM76429838 for the word mark "TRIAD" in International Class 9 (loudspeakers) on April 2, 2026. The application was originally filed on July 10, 2002. This registration establishes exclusive trademark rights for the holder in connection with the specified goods in the United States.

System and method for implantable muscle interface

The USPTO granted Patent US12594172B2 to Johns Hopkins University for an implantable human-machine interfacing system that captures electromyographic signals from muscles and provides sensory feedback through electrical stimulation. The system includes sensors, amplifiers, a transceiver for wireless transmission to an external decoder, and an implantable power source for neuromodulation. The patent covers applications in prosthetics and assistive devices.

Robotic system for shoulder arthroplasty using stemless implant components

USPTO granted patent US12594171B2 to Howmedica Osteonics Corp. covering robotic systems and methods for shoulder arthroplasty. The patent describes a guidance station that tracks surgical tools, patient humerus, and scapula to control tool movement relative to virtual cutting boundaries for bone preparation. The system positions implants based on bone density characteristics.

Glaucoma Shunts and Related Methods of Use - US12594187B2

USPTO granted patent US12594187B2 to Hexiris Inc. for glaucoma shunts and associated methods of use. The patent covers elongate bodies with inner walls defining lumens for draining aqueous humour to decrease intraocular pressure in eyes. The patent contains 8 claims and is classified under CPC codes A61F 9/00781 and related ophthalmic categories.

Prosthesis for Lung and Treatment Method for Pulmonary Fibrosis

The USPTO granted Patent US12594156B2 to National Institute of Biological Sciences, Beijing for a lung prosthesis designed to treat pulmonary fibrosis, including idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The patent covers 16 claims and was filed on May 30, 2019. This grant confers exclusive intellectual property rights to the assignee for the prosthetic device and associated treatment methods.

Hybrid braided stent, US12594154B2, 7th Apr

Hybrid braided stent, US12594154B2, 7th Apr

Expandable interbody spinal prosthesis

USPTO granted patent US12594169B2 to MiRus LLC for an expandable interbody device used as a prosthesis during spinal surgery. The device includes a drive block, linkage block, drive screw, first and second endplates, and linkages configured to provide spinal stability. The patent contains 30 claims.

Hernia repair, breast reconstruction and sling devices containing poly(butylene succinate)

USPTO granted patent US12594361B2 to Tepha, Inc. on April 7, 2026, covering resorbable implants made from poly(butylene succinate) and copolymers for hernia repair, breast reconstruction, and sling devices. The patent includes 17 claims and covers sterilized devices with specific endotoxin requirements, oriented fibers, meshes, and 3D-printed forms. The technology also includes receptacles for cardiac rhythm management devices such as pacemakers and neurostimulators.