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UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 11 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.131
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
 The following communication, dated 11 October 2013, from the delegation of the
United States to the Chairperson of the Disput e Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to
Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding
on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Body ("DSB") adopted its recommendations
and rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At
the subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current
113
th session of the United States Congress; namely: H.R. 214; H.R. 778; H.R. 872; H.R. 873;
and S. 647.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 15 November 2013
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.132
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
 The following communication, dated 14 Nove mber 2013, from the delegation of the
United States to the Chairperson of the Disput e Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to
Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding
on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Body ("DSB") adopted its recommendations
and rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At
the subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current
113
th session of the United States Congress; namely: H.R. 214; H.R. 778; H.R. 872; H.R. 873;
and S. 647.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 10 January 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.133
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 9 January 2014, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 14 February 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.134
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 13 February 2014, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 14 March 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.135
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 13 March 2014, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 15 April 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.136
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 14 April 2014, from the delegation of the United States to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 13 May 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.137
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 12 May 2014, from the delegation of the United States to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 6 June 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.138
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 5 June 2014, from the delegation of the United States to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 11 July 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.139
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 10 July 2014, from the delegation of the United States to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 19 August 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.140
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 18 August 2014, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 16 September 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.141
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 15 September 2014, from the delegation of the United States
to the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the
DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 10 October 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.142
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 9 October 2014, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 7 November 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.143
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 6 November 2014, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 5 December 2014
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.144
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 4 December 2014, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 113
th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 16 January 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.145
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 15 January 2015, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 13 February 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.146
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 12 February 2015, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 13 March 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.147
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 12 March 2015, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 10 April 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.148
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 9 April 2015, from the delegation of the United States to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 8 May 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.149
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 7 May 2015, from the delegation of the United States to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 9 June 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.150
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 8 June 2015, from the delegation of the United States to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 10 July 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.151
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 9 July 2015, from the delegation of the United States to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Bo dy ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 21 August 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.152
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 20 August 2015, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February, 2002, the Dispute Settlement Body ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 18 September 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.153
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 17 September 2015, from the delegation of the United States
to the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the
DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February, 2002, the Dispute Settlement Body ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 16 October 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.154
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 15 October 2015, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February, 2002, the Dispute Settlement Body ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 13 November 2015
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.155
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 12 November 2015, from the delegation of the United States
to the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the
DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February, 2002, the Dispute Settlement Body ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998 STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Document: Addendum
Date: 15 January 2016
Document codes: WT/DS176/11/Add.156
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
STATUS REPORT BY THE UNITED STATES
Addendum
The following communication, dated 14 January 2016, from the delegation of the United States to
the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

Status Report Regarding Implementation of the
DSB Recommendations and Rulings in the Dispute
United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
(WT/DS176)

The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on
Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes.

On 2 February, 2002, the Dispute Settlement Body ("DSB") adopted its recommendations and
rulings in United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998 (WT/DS176). At the
subsequent DSB meeting, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the
recommendations and rulings of the DSB in connection with this matter.

The United States notes that relevant legislation has been introduced in the current 114th session
of the United States Congress.

The United States will continue to work on a solution that would resolve this matter.
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Document: Modification of the Agreement under Article 21.3(b) of the DSU
Date: 7 January 2003
Document codes: WT/DS176/12
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Modification of the Agreement under Article 21.3(b) of the DSU
The following communication, dated 20 December 2002, from the Permanent Delegation of
the European Commission and the Permanent Mission of the United States to the Chairman of the
Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 21.3(b) of the DSU.
With regard to the dispute United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act
(WT/DS176), we are pleased to inform you that the European Communities and the United States
have mutually agreed to modify the "reasona ble period of time" for implementation of the
recommendations and rulings of the Dispute Settlement Body, which was originally established
pursuant to Article 21.3(b) of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement
of Disputes, so as to expire on 30 June 2003.
(s.) Carlo Trojan (s.) Linnet F. Deily
Ambassador Ambassador
For the European Communities For the United States
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Document: Modification of the Agreement under Article 21.3(b) of the DSU
Date: 3 July 2003
Document codes: WT/DS176/13
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Modification of the Agreement under Article 21.3(b) of the DSU
The following communication, dated 30 June 2003, from the Permanent Delegation of the
European Commission and the Permanent Mission of the United States to the Chairman of the
Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 21.3(b) of the DSU.
With regard to the dispute United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act
(WT/DS176), we are pleased to inform you that the European Communities and the United States
have mutually agreed to modify the "reasonable period of time" for implementation of the
recommendations and rulings of the Dispute Settlement Body, which was originally established
pursuant to Article 21.3(b) of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement
of Disputes, so as to expire on 31 December 2003.
(s.) Carlo Trojan (s.) Linnet F. Deily
Ambassador Ambassador
For the European Communities For the United States
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Document: Modification of the Agreement under Article 21.3(b) of the DSU
Date: 24 December 2003
Document codes: WT/DS176/14
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Modification of the Agreement under Article 21.3(b) of the DSU
The following communication, dated 19 December 2003, from the Delegation of the
European Commission and the Delegation of the United States to the Chairman of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 21.3(b) of the DSU.
With regard to the dispute United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act
(WT/DS176), we are pleased to inform you that – as suggested by the United States – the European
Communities and the United States have mutually agreed to modify the "reasonable period of time"
for implementation of the recommendations and rulings of the Dispute Settlement Body, which was
originally established pursuant to Article 21.3(b) of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures
Governing the Settlement of Disputes, so as to expire on 31 December 2004.
(s.) Carlo Trojan (s.) Linnet F. Deily
Ambassador Ambassador
For the European Communities For the United States
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Document: Modification of the Agreement under Article 21.3(b) of the DSU
Date: 21 December 2004
Document codes: WT/DS176/15
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998

Modification of the Agreement under Article 21.3(b) of the DSU

 The following communication, dated 17 December 2004, from the delegation of the European
Communities and the delegation of the United Stat es to the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement
Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 21.3(b) of the DSU.

 With regard to the dispute United States – Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act
(WT/DS176), we are pleased to inform you that the European Communities and the United States
have mutually agreed to modify the "reasonable period of time" for implementation of the
recommendations and rulings of the Dispute Settl ement Body, which was originally established
pursuant to Article 21.3(b) of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement
of Disputes, so as to expire on 30 June 2005.

 (signed) (signed)
 Carlo Trojan Linnet F. Deily
 Ambassador Ambassador
 For the European Communities For the United States
UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Document: Appellate Body Report and Panel Report Action by the Dispute Settlement Body
Date: 6 February 2002
Document codes: WT/DS176/9; WT/DS176/AB/R; WT/DS176/R
Complainant: EU
Respondent: U.S.
Third parties: Japan, Nicaragua, Canada
Dispute stage: Appellate Body
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 3.1, 4, 16.1, 42  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)

UNITED STATES – SECTION 211 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1998
Appellate Body Report and Panel Report
Action by the Dispute Settlement Body
At its meeting on 1 February 2002, the Dispute Settlement Body adopted the Appellate Body
report on "" () and
the Panel report (), as modified by th e Appellate Body report. The panel report should
be read in conjunction with the Appellate Body report.
ÉTATS-UNIS – ARTICLE 211 DE LA LOI GÉNÉRALE DE 1998
PORTANT OUVERTURE DE CRÉDITS
Rapport de l'Organe d'appel et rapport du Groupe spécial
À sa réunion du 1 er février 2002, l'Organe de règlement des différends a adopté le rapport de
l'Organe d'appel intitulé "États-Unis – Article 211 de la Loi générale de 1998 portant ouverture de
l'Organe d'appel. Le rapport du Groupe spécial est à rapprocher de celui de l'Organe d'appel.
ESTADOS UNIDOS - ARTÍCULO 211 DE LA LEY OMNIBUS
DE ASIGNACIONES DE 1998
Actuación del Órgano de Solución de Diferencias
En su reunión de 1º de febrero de 2002, el Órgano de Solución de Diferencias adoptó el informe
del Órgano de Apelación titulado "Estados Unidos - Artículo 211 de la Ley Omnibus de Asignaciones