Can the Government Really Do That?

Although broad, the automatic stay does not protect a debtor against everything. Section 362(b) contains exceptions to the automatic stay, which reflect policy decisions made by Congress. Check out this practice note discussing the exceptions to the automatic stay specifically applicable to governmental units and agencies.

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