Senate Passes New Bankruptcy Legislation [74-25]
AP  | March 10, 2005 | MARCY GORDON
 

The Senate passed legislation Thursday that will make it harder for Americans to rid themselves of debt by filing for bankruptcy.

The House is expected to pass the measure next month, delivering to President Bush a second victory this year on pro-business legislation he had sought.

The vote was 74-25 to approve the most thorough overhaul of bankruptcy laws in a quarter-century.
 

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This is a good thing. It should not be so easy for people to walk away from their responsibilities. Personal accountability is back!