Providing for the public release of certain documents, records, and communications related to the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein.
HRES 589 requires the U.S. Attorney General to publicly release, within 30 days of enactment, searchable and downloadable documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation - including DOJ communications, case files (like *United States v. Maxwell*), and materials about Epstein’s detention or death. It mandates the release of all such records unless specific, limited exceptions apply (e.g., to protect victims’ privacy, prevent child exploitation, or safeguard ongoing investigations). The resolution prohibits withholding documents solely due to embarrassment, reputational harm, or political sensitivity to officials or public figures. It also requires a detailed report to Congress within 15 days, listing all released materials, redactions, and unclassified summaries for any withheld classified information.
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Jul 2025
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Introduced Jul 17, 2025
Last action Jul 21, 2025
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Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 598 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H. Res. 589. The resolution provides that H.Res. 589 is hereby adopted.
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Jul 17, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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1 primary · 15 co-sponsors
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Ralph Norman
RRepublican
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Austin Scott
RRepublican
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Brian Jack
RRepublican
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Chip Roy
RRepublican
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Dusty Johnson
RRepublican
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Erin Houchin
RRepublican
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H. Morgan Griffith
RRepublican
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Josh Brecheen
RRepublican
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Kat Cammack
RRepublican
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Mark Alford
RRepublican
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Michelle Fischbach
RRepublican
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