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US SB616

Bill

Status

Passed

12/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Kennedy

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Amends title 36 of the United States Code to revise the federal charter for the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association, shifting membership eligibility, member rights, and governing body structure to be determined by the organization's bylaws

  • Prohibits the corporation from issuing stock, paying dividends, engaging in political activities, attempting to influence legislation, or making loans to directors, officers, members, or employees

  • Allows payment of reasonable compensation and expense reimbursements to officers, directors, and members when approved by the board, and permits grants to Federal Bar Association chapters

  • Changes the principal office location from the District of Columbia to any U.S. location determined by the board of directors and specified in the bylaws

  • Requires remaining assets upon dissolution to be distributed as provided by the board of directors in compliance with the charter and bylaws

Legislative Description

Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025

Law

Last Action

Became Public Law No: 119-57.

12/12/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/18/2025

Full Bill Text

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