EVERYONE IN THE US CAN FINALLY CELEBRATE TACO TUESDAY FREELY, AS NEW JERSEY TRADEMARK REGISTRATION RELINQUISHED

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Oct 24, 2023, 14:00 ET

Taco Tuesday officially belongs to all who make, sell, eat and celebrate tacos following relinquishment of trademark registration by New Jersey-based Gregory's Restaurant and Bar

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Taco Tuesday officially belongs to all who make, sell, eat and celebrate tacos now that the trademark registration has been relinquished in all 50 states
Earlier this summer, Taco Bell's effort to free Taco Tuesday earned a crucial victory when Taco John's relinquished their registration for the phrase in 49 states
Gregory's Restaurant and Bar located in Somers Point, New Jersey held the trademark registration in the 50^th state, New Jersey, for over 30 years, until Gregory's relinquished it on October 20, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Earlier this year, Taco Bell set out on a bold journey to give Taco Tuesday back to all by filing legal petitions to cancel the two standing trademark registrations. Today, that ambitious goal has been met, as Gregory's Restaurant and Bar has parted ways with the Taco Tuesday trademark registration covering the 50^th state, allowing New Jersey businesses and residents to fully celebrate the best day of the week. This epic milestone comes shortly after Taco John's relinquished their trademark registration for the phrase covering 49 states earlier this summer.

Taco Tuesday officially belongs to all who make, sell, eat and celebrate tacos now that the trademark registration has been relinquished in all 50 states.

To celebrate, Taco Bell Rewards Members in New Jersey* will be able to ring in Taco Tuesday with a free Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos Tacos on November 21 through the Taco Bell app, no purchase necessary, available at participating New Jersey Taco Bell locations. New Jersey Rewards Members should keep an eye on their app inbox for more details!

"When we set out to free Taco Tuesday, we did it for all who make, sell, eat and celebrate tacos," said Taco Bell Chief Global Brand and Strategy Officer and incoming Chief Executive Officer, Sean Tresvant. "Taco Bell wants everyone to have the opportunity to celebrate Taco Tuesday, including Gregory's Restaurant and Bar. Thanks to Gregory's choice to relinquish the trademark registration, New Jersey businesses and fans can fully enjoy Taco Tuesday, effective immediately."

In less than six months, Taco Bell helped ensure the Taco Tuesday trademark registrations in all states were relinquished. During that time, the brand hit key milestones including an iconic partnership with Taco Tuesday's biggest fans, an avalanche of support from fans via an online petition, a notable $40,000 donation to CORE (Children of Restaurant Employees), millions of free Doritos Locos Tacos provided to fans every Tuesday over a period of four weeks, and of course, the $5 million Taco Tab opened in partnership with DoorDash on September 12 to cover a portion of taco fans' orders from more than 20,000 participating Mexican restaurants.

"Taco Tuesday has always been a source of pride for my family and our restaurant, but we recognize Taco Tuesday is widely celebrated and embraced beyond our four walls," said Gregory Gregory, co-owner of Gregory's Restaurant and Bar, home of the original Taco Tuesday in New Jersey. "We're excited to share Taco Tuesday with the entire New Jersey community and though we've relinquished the trademark registration, you can bet Taco Tuesdays will live on at Gregory's forever."

Full removal of the legal barriers hindering Taco Tuesday hails a new era for restaurants nationwide. Now, taco shops big and small can ring in Taco Tuesday with their patrons however they see fit without fear of legal repercussion. Taco Tuesday officially belongs to everyone, from Taco Bell to Taco John's to Gregory's Restaurant and Bar to your favorite local taco spot.

As Taco Bell continues to become a craveable destination on Tuesdays, Rewards Members** should be on the lookout for notifications for offers, experiences and opportunities dropping weekly. Previous in-app Tuesday Drops have included access to concert tickets, exclusive merch, swag giveaways, fan-favorite food deals and more. To stay up to date on the latest, follow along on Taco Bell social channels.

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*Taco Bell Rewards Members who have or have had selected an eligible New Jersey pickup location in their Taco Bell Mobile App will receive an app inbox message with a promo code for one free Seasoned Beef Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos Taco on 11/21/23. Code will expire by 11:59 PM PST on 11/21/23. Redemptions must be made via the Taco Bell App at a participating location, and if redeemed as part of a delivery order on the Taco Bell app, delivery fee and other fees may apply. While supplies last. Limit 1 redemption per person/account. Code is non-transferable, has no cash value, and cannot be combined with other offers. Any substitutions, upgrades, or add-ons to free item, will incur an upcharge that you will be responsible for paying, except for swapping protein (if applicable) for beans (black beans excluded). Terms and conditions apply; click here for details.

** Rewards and offers subject to change at any time. Taco Bell® Rewards Program is available at participating U.S. locations and subject to Terms and Conditions at https://www.tacobell.com/legal-notices/terms-of-use.

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