S 616 · Signed into Law · 12-12-25
Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025
What does the S 616 do?
S 616 is a Senate bill sponsored by Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA). Modernizes the federal charter for the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association, moving governance details to its bylaws and updating standard nonprofit restrictions. Revises the Title 36 federal charter of the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association.
Did S 616 pass? Where it stands
As of July 17, 2026, S 616 has been signed into law.
Status: Signed into Law
Latest vote: House Passed by voice vote on December 1, 2025
Outlook: Enacted
Key provisions
- Charter Modernization
- Governance and membership rules moved to the bylaws
- Standard nonprofit restrictions updated
- Principal office no longer fixed in D.C.
Last updated June 15, 2026