Part M - Intent and Severability

7 USC 2581 - Intent

It is the intent of Congress to provide the indicated protection for new varieties by exercise of any constitutional power needed for that end, so as to afford adequate encouragement for research, and for marketing when appropriate, to yield for the public the benefits of new varieties. Constitutional clauses 3 and 8 of article I, section 8 are both relied upon.

7 USC 2582 - Severability

If this chapter is held unconstitutional as to some provisions or circumstances, it shall remain in force as to the remaining provisions and other circumstances.

7 USC 2583 - Repealed. Pub. L. 96574, 20, Dec. 22, 1980, 94 Stat. 3352

Section, Pub. L. 91–577, title III, § 144, Dec. 24, 1970, 84 Stat. 1559, exempted certain plants from provisions of this chapter.