Consumer Protection and Corporate Accountability in Bankruptcy Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-05-01T19:11:07Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8393 Consumer Protection and Corporate Accountability in Bankruptcy Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Finance and Financial Sector. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/1/2026, 7:11 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8393

The bill titled "To amend title 11, United States Code, to make the filing of a petition for relief under chapter 11 that is objectively futile or in subjective bad faith a cause for dismissal of the case, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 20, 2026 as H.R. 8393. The bill aims to modify provisions in the United States Code related to chapter 11 bankruptcy filings to allow for the dismissal of cases deemed objectively futile or filed in subjective bad faith. The bill may contain additional provisions addressing related matters within the bankruptcy system.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8393

Bill HR 8393 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2026. Bill HR 8393 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 20, 2026. Bill HR 8393's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 20, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8393

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Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8393

To amend title 11, United States Code, to make the filing of a petition for relief under chapter 11 that is objectively futile or in subjective bad faith a cause for dismissal of the case, and for other purposes.