The Epstein Files Transparency Act requires the Department of Justice to publicly release, within 30 days of enactment, all unclassified records in its possession related to Jeffrey Epstein — including investigation files, flight logs, immunity and plea agreements, internal communications about charging decisions, and documentation of his detention and death. Records may not be withheld simply because they would embarrass a public official or government agency. Limited withholding is allowed only for victim privacy, active investigation integrity, child sexual abuse material, and properly classified national security information. All redactions must be justified in writing to Congress, and classified records must be declassified to the maximum extent possible or replaced with unclassified summaries.
Transparency & Accountability
- DOJ disclosure of all unclassified Epstein investigation and prosecution records — requires public release within 30 days of enactment
- Ban on withholding records for political sensitivity or reputational harm — removes a common administrative basis for non-disclosure
- Written justification required for every redaction — published in the Federal Register and submitted to Congress
- Mandatory declassification of covered records to the maximum extent possible — raises the bar for keeping Epstein-related materials secret
Congressional Summary
Epstein Files Transparency ActThis 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.
Legislative Subjects
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- House
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Public Law
- Action Date
- 2025-11-19
- Date Added
- 2026-06-03
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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