ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 17 -- United States Patent no. 12,575,629, issued on March 17.

"Removable cover for sun protection on straw hats" was invented by Jeffrey Cousino (Winter Park, Fla.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The present invention relates to an adjustable removable cover for sun protection on straw hats. The inventive cover is designed to shield the wearer's neck from direct sunlight while offering flexibility and convenience. The cape/cover comprises a semipermeable and stretchy fabric material that provides a comfortable fit and allows for optimal airflow. It features an attachment mechanism, such as hook and loop fasteners, snap buttons, or magnetic closures, for secure and easy ...