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119th Congress · House

Epstein Files Transparency Act

Subjects: Congressional oversight · Crime victims · Crimes against children · Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation · Criminal justice information and records · Department of Justice · Government information and archives · Human trafficking

In plain language

  • House bill in the 119th Congress.
  • Requires the Department of Justice (DOJ) to publish (in a searchable and downloadable format) all unclassified records, documents.
  • House passed it on Nov 18, 2025 (substantive).
Official summary (Congressional Research Service)

Epstein Files Transparency Act This act requires the Department of Justice (DOJ) to publish (in a searchable and downloadable format) all unclassified records, documents, communications, and investigative materials in DOJ's possession that relate to the investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. This includes (1) materials that relate to Ghislaine Maxwell, (2) flight logs and travel records, and (3) individuals named or referenced (including government officials) in connection with the investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. DOJ is permitted to withhold certain information such as the personal information of victims and materials that would jeopardize an active federal investigation. Additionally, not later than 15 days after the required publication, DOJ must report to Congress (1) all categories of information released and withheld, (2) a summary of any redactions made, and (3) a list of all government officials and politically exposed individuals named or referenced in the published materials.

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Roll-call votes on this measure