S.1659

Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025

Chamber Passed·8/8/25

The Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025 increases compensation for chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees and extends the term of certain.

The Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025 amends the United States Code to increase the compensation of chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees to $120 per case, reflecting the overdue adjustment needed since 1994. The act also extends the term of certain temporary bankruptcy judgeships from 5 to 10 years. Additionally, it modifies the distribution of bankruptcy fees, ensuring adequate funding for the United States trustee system and supporting existing bankruptcy judgeships to manage increasing caseloads.

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Passed the Senate · Aug 8, 2025
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History

Aug 8, 2025

Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

Aug 8, 2025

House

Received in the House.

Aug 8, 2025

House

Held at the desk.