Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025
This bill became law
What it doesSummary public law (Feb 6, 2026)
Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025
This act makes several changes to the administration of bankruptcy cases, particularly by increasing amounts received by certain trustees, extending the sunset date of various fees, and extending the term of specified bankruptcy judgeships.
(Sec. 3) The act increases the amounts paid out of fees to the trustee in Chapter 7 (liquidation) cases.
(Sec. 4) The act extends for an additional five years the fees paid quarterly to the U.S. trustee in Chapter 11 (reorganization) cases. The act also increases the fee percentage for cases with large disbursements, subject to limitations.
(Sec. 5) Finally, temporary bankruptcy judgeships in various districts are extended for an additional five years.
What just happenedFeb 6, 2026
Became Public Law No: 119-76.
Who’s behind it
- Engrossed in SenateDec 10, 2025
- Considered and Passed SenateDec 10, 2025
- Public LawFeb 7, 2026