Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025
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Topic: Finance and Financial Sector
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE] (D) - DE
Summary
This bill makes several changes to the administration of bankruptcy cases, particularly by increasing certain fees, extending the sunset date of various fees, and extending the term of specified bankruptcy judgeships.
The bill increases the fees paid to the trustee in Chapter 7 (liquidation) cases.
The bill extends for an additional five years the fees paid quarterly to the U.S. trustee in Chapter 11 (reorganization) cases. The bill also increases the fee percentage for cases with large disbursements, subject to limitations.
Finally, temporary bankruptcy judgeships in various districts are extended for an additional five years.
Legislative Subjects
Bankruptcy; Finance and Financial Sector; Financial services and investments; Specialized courts; User charges and fees
Latest Action
Became Public Law No: 119-76.
2026-02-06
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