Notwithstanding the lapse in appropriations on January 31, 2026, and related government shutdown, the Bankruptcy Court and Clerk’s Office in all divisions remain open and are operating under normal business hours until further notice.

Throughout the government shutdown:

• Status conferences, hearings, and trials are proceeding as scheduled, unless the parties are notified otherwise.
• All notices, motions, orders, emergency applications, and other filings will be processed in normal course, until further notice.
• The Clerk’s Office shall continue to receive and process new bankruptcy cases and adversary proceedings.
• The Clerk’s Office shall continue to collect fees and costs, and deposit into the Treasury.
• Electronic filing (CM/ECF) remains available.
• Until further notice, the Clerk’s Office is open for in-person services under normal business hours: Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Thank you, 
Pietro Cicolini
Clerk of Court

The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts issues this notice to inform the Judiciary contractor community of potential contract actions during a lapse in appropriations (a Federal Government shutdown).

All Judiciary contractors must continue to meet their contractual obligations—including all terms, conditions, delivery, and performance requirements - unless specifically instructed otherwise by the Judiciary.

During a shutdown, non-excepted government activities cease.  Contract performance may be disrupted by circumstances beyond the control of either party, and invoices cannot be paid.  The Government may also cancel planned procurements, reduce contract scope, suspend work, or terminate contracts for convenience.

If the Judiciary determines that any such action is necessary, or that contractual obligations cannot be met during the lapse, contractors will receive prompt written notice and instructions from the contracting officer for each affected contract.  No separate notice will be issued for contracts unaffected by the lapse.

We appreciate your cooperation and support as we work together to manage a potential lapse in appropriations.