The purpose of this legislation, known as the Preservation of Rights and Ownership of Traditional Emblems, Crests, and Tributes Act or the PROTECT Act, is to protect certain trademarks associated with the United States government, specifically those used by the Department of Defense and the Armed Forces for awards and decorations. The main objective is to prevent private entities from registering these government-related trademarks, ensuring that they remain under government control. Key provisions of the Act include a specific amendment to the Trademark Act of 1946.