Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act
To amend title 28, United States Code, to modify venue requirements relating to bankruptcy proceedings.
The Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act proposes to change how bankruptcy cases are assigned to courts. Specifically, it aims to modify the rules about where a bankruptcy case can be filed, potentially making the process more efficient or fair. This change would impact individuals and businesses that file for bankruptcy by possibly altering the court that handles their case.
This bill was introduced on March 26, 2026, and was immediately referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for further review. The sponsors of the bill are Zoe Lofgren (Democrat) and Ben Cline (Republican), showing bipartisan support. As of now, the bill is in its initial stages and has not yet been scheduled for a committee hearing or vote.
The key actions so far include its introduction in the House and referral to the Judiciary Committee. Moving forward, the bill will need to be reviewed, possibly amended, and voted on by the committee before it can be considered by the full House. The current status is that it is under review, with no further actions scheduled yet.
