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H.R. 4405 · 119th Congress

Epstein Files Transparency Act

Became law

Details

Sponsor
Ro Khanna (D)
Introduced
2025-07-15
Origin
House
Policy area
Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action
2025-11-19 — Became Public Law No: 119-38.
Public law
P.L. 119-38
Cosponsors
24

congress.gov

Summary

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.

CRS summary — Public Law (2025-11-19)

Recorded votes (1)

DateChamberQuestionYea–NayResult
2025-11-18HouseOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass427–1Passed⭐ Became law

Senate counts are senators only; a Vice President tie-breaking vote is not included (e.g. 50–50, passed).