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Updates to the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association’s Charter

Also known as: Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025

Key Points

  • Membership and board rules are now set by the foundation’s own bylaws instead of federal law.
  • Money, property, and staff time cannot be used for politics or to push laws.
  • No stock, no dividends, and no loans to leaders; only reasonable pay and expense reimbursement is allowed.
  • Members and private individuals are not on the hook for the group’s debts or obligations.
  • The group cannot claim government approval; if it shuts down, leftover assets must be used as its bylaws allow.
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Milestones

10 milestones21 actions
Dec 12, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-57.

Dec 12, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-57.

Dec 12, 2025

Signed by President.

Dec 12, 2025

Signed by President.

Dec 10, 2025House

Presented to President.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025

Bill NumberS 616
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionPresented to President.

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