37 CFR § 401.18 - Severability.

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# 401.18 Severability.

The provisions of this part are separate and severable from one another. If any provision is stayed or determined to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.

[88 FR 17739, Mar. 24, 2023]