S 616

Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025

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US Congress

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119th Congress (2025-2026)

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Jun 14, 2026, 7:24 AM

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Bill overview

This bill amends the charter for the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association to shift authority from the charter document to the organization’s bylaws. Key changes include removing the requirement for the foundation to be based in Washington, D.C., allowing the board of directors to determine the principal office location, and specifying that bylaws will govern membership, board responsibilities, and officer elections. The bill also restricts directors and officers from engaging in political activities and prohibits the corporation from making loans to its leadership or members.

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Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025

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S 616Law

Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025

Jurisdiction: US

Public Sentiment

No Data

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Support

0

Oppose

CIVIKEngagement, Reclaimed.

civik.us/legislation/cmnmjudjd0otijr0h0az8rr9d|Jun 14, 2026

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2025-12-12

Signed by President.

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12/1/2025HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4928)
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12/1/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4928)
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4/30/2025SenateUnanimous consent
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2709-2710; text: CR S2709-2710)
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4/30/2025Unanimous consent
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
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Passage without roll call

12/1/2025HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4928)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
12/1/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4928)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
4/30/2025SenateUnanimous consent
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2709-2710; text: CR S2709-2710)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
4/30/2025Unanimous consent
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
No roll-call vote on record for this action.

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