S 3424

Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025

Summary

Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025 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.

Bill status

Status
Became law
Sponsor
Sen. Christopher A. Coons [D-DE]
Cosponsors
3
Policy area
Finance and Financial Sector
Introduced
2025-12-10
Latest action
2026-02-06: Became Public Law No: 119-76.

Recent actions

  • 2026-02-06: Became Public Law No: 119-76.
  • 2026-02-06: Became Public Law No: 119-76.
  • 2026-02-06: Signed by President.
  • 2026-02-06: Signed by President.
  • 2026-02-03: Presented to President.