To apply for a patent, one must go through a patent office, which is an organization of the government that controls the issuance of patents. The patent office is the deciding factor on whether or not a patent can be issued. An application for a patent must meet all of the necessary requirements and regulations to be considered for patentability. The patent office not only issues patents but also registers trademarks as well with the hope that the global economy will be bolstered by new ideas and innovations. The patent office is also responsible for making patent information available to the public of both US and foreign patents.