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Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 was enacted on April 20, 2005. Most new provisions become effective October 17, 2005, although some are already in effect. This page provides links to information about changes to the law, rules, forms, and procedures. Bankruptcy Code, Interim Rules, and Official Forms Review of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (S.256) Text of Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (S.256) Blackline Version of Bankruptcy Code and Related Statutes, as amended Interim Rules and Official Forms Implementing the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 Table of Guidance and Links Regarding the New Law This guidance was developed by the Administrative Office of the U. S. Courts in coordination with a court working group established by the Director to assist the Clerk's Offices in preparing for implementation of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005. The guidance is a work in progress, updated as necessary to provide additional information or clarification. Unless noted otherwise (e.g., tax return guidance and IFP procedures), it does not represent the policy of the Judicial Conference of the United States, and should not be cited as a legal authority. Bankruptcy Basics (Applicable to cases filed on or after October 17, 2005) Bankruptcy Petition Forms Package Local Practice and Procedures Special Order 05-01, Acceptance and Filing of Documents on October 15 and October 16, 2005 General Order 05-02, Adoption of Interim Bankruptcy Rules Credit Counseling and Debtor Education Credit Counseling Agencies Approved for California Pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 111 To assist you in selecting an approved credit counseling agency, the Federal Trade Commission offers Facts for Consumers that provide helpful suggestions for finding the best counselor for you. Debtor Education Providers Approved for California Pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 111 Means Testing US Trustee Program Means Testing Information Census Bureau Median Family Income Table IRS National Standards for Allowable Living Expenses IRS Local Housing and Utilities Expense Standards for California IRS Local Transportation Expense Standards (West Census Region) Schedules of Actual Administrative Expenses of Administering a Chapter 13 Plan  (As required by 11 U.S.C. §707(b)(2)(A)(ii)(III)) Fees Fees Commonly Charged by the Bankruptcy Court Chapter 7 Filing Fee Waivers Chapter 7 Fee Waiver Application (Official Form B3B) Federal Rule of Bankruptcy Procedure 1006 Interim Procedures Regarding Chapter 7 Fee Waiver Provisions Poverty Guidelines (Department of Health and Human Services) Domestic Support Obligations State Domestic Support Enforcement Agencies Privacy Interim Guidance Regarding Tax Information Provided Under 11 U.S.C. § 521 Judicial Conference Policy on Privacy and Public Access to Electronic Case Files Notice National Creditor Registration Service