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Bill Clinton typed letter signed as President, with the signing pen from legislation regarding the biotech industry which he references in the letter. On White House stationery to Carlos Moorhead, the California Congressman who supported the statute, letter reads in part: ''...Thank you for your leadership in securing passage of the Biotechnological Process Patents Amendments of 1995. This statute will ease the difficulty in obtaining timely and adequate process patent protection for American biotechnology firms. The protection will foster the innovation and keep important, high technology jobs in America. You can take pride in your role in ensuring the enactment of this important measure. Please accept the enclosed signing pen as a token of my appreciation. Sincerely, [signed] Bill Clinton''. The pen comes in a brushed metal-trimmed case with a black lid, featuring gilt lettering and a presidential seal. Parker Insignia brand ink pen measures 5.25'' in length and also bears a presidential seal and printed Clinton signature. Fine. 1pp. letter measures 6.75'' x 9''. Fine. With PSA/DNA COA.
Bill Clinton Signed Letter as President & Bill-Signing Pen -- 1996 -- With PSA/DNA COA
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