H.R. 4405 · Signed into law · Crime and Law Enforcement

Epstein Files Transparency Act

Sponsor: Ro Khanna (D-CA)

What it does

• Requires the Department of Justice to publish all unclassified records, documents, communications, and investigative materials related to Jeffrey Epstein's investigation and prosecution in a searchable and downloadable f
• Includes materials relating to Ghislaine Maxwell, flight logs, travel records, and all individuals named or referenced in the Epstein investigation.
• Permits DOJ to withhold victim personal information and materials that would jeopardize active federal investigations.
• Mandates DOJ report to Congress within 15 days on released and withheld information categories, redaction summaries, and a list of government officials and politically exposed individuals named in published materials.

Official 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.

Latest action

Nov 19, 2025: Became Public Law No: 119-38.

Committee: House Judiciary