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Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Extension Act

5/13/2024, 2:10 PM

Summary of Bill S 4150

The Bill 118 s 4150, also known as the Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Extension Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. This bill aims to extend the bankruptcy threshold adjustment provisions that were previously enacted in the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019.

The bankruptcy threshold adjustment provisions in question raise the debt limit for small businesses filing for bankruptcy under Subchapter V of Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. This allows more small businesses to qualify for expedited bankruptcy proceedings, making it easier for them to reorganize and emerge from bankruptcy in a stronger financial position.

The Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Extension Act seeks to extend these provisions for an additional two years, ensuring that small businesses continue to have access to these important bankruptcy relief measures. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of helping small businesses navigate the challenges of bankruptcy and emerge successfully. Overall, the Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Extension Act is aimed at providing much-needed support to small businesses facing financial difficulties, and ensuring that they have the tools they need to reorganize and thrive in the future.

Current Status of Bill S 4150

Bill S 4150 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 17, 2024. Bill S 4150 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 17, 2024.  Bill S 4150's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2829) as of April 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4150

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4150

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4150

Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Extension Act
Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Extension Act
A bill to amend the Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment and Technical Corrections Act to extend bankruptcy eligibility requirements for an additional 2-year period.

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