The OPEN Act would allow copyright holders to file complaints with the U.S. International Trade Commission
Opponents of the bills say Wednesday's protests have turned the tide against the copyright legislation
Several members of Congress change their minds or come out against the copyright bills
Groups include both conservative and liberal activists
Smith says he'll push forward with the controversial copyright enforcement legislation
Even after proposed changes, the copyright bills still contain several troublesome sections, opponents say
Issa says he has assurances that SOPA will not move forward without consensus
Smith's decision to amend the bill comes a day after the Senate sponsor of similar legislation takes the same action
Several device makers, including Amazon.com, Nokia and RIM, are named in the patent licensing firm's complaint
The amendment would require a study of the effects of the ISP provision in the bill, Sen. Leahy says