U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), and Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) yesterday introduced “The Bankruptcy Judgeship Act of 2017,” according to a press release. This legislation would ensure that individuals and corporations have access to well-functioning bankruptcy courts even when temporary judgeships expire. “At a time when both individuals and corporations need to access the resources of bankruptcy courts, Congress must act to extend bankruptcy judgeships in judicial districts where they are most needed,” said Senator Coons. Rubio added that the legislation was a necessity. “Federal bankruptcy laws make it possible for individuals and businesses to reorganize their debts, but a significant impediment to a well-functioning system has been Congress’ failure to appropriately authorize judgeships as recommended by the nonpartisan Judicial Conference of the United States," said Senator Rubio. Click here to read the press release.
While bill text is not currently available for the Senate bill, click here to view the full text of similar legislation introduced by Rep. John Conyers (D-Mich.) in the House earlier this year.
