HR 4405
Epstein Files Transparency Act
Summary
Epstein Files Transparency Act This bill 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.
Bill status
- Status
- Became law
- Sponsor
- Rep. Ro Khanna [D-CA-17]
- Cosponsors
- 24
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Introduced
- 2025-07-15
- Latest action
- 2025-11-19: Became Public Law No: 119-38.
Committee referrals
Recent actions
- 2025-11-19: Became Public Law No: 119-38.
- 2025-11-19: Became Public Law No: 119-38.
- 2025-11-19: Signed by President.
- 2025-11-19: Signed by President.
- 2025-11-19: Presented to President.