Senate Bill 5005
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Epstein Files Transparency Act II
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Jul 15, 2026
Bill Intelligence
The bill seeks to increase transparency in handling documents related to the Epstein case, ensuring public and Congressional access while addressing concerns of misconduct. It empowers state attorneys general, district attorneys, and victims to sue the Attorney General for withholding records, provides procedures for handling classified information, grants Congressional access, and outlines penalties for improper record handling. This aims to establish accountability and prevent the suppression of critical details, enhancing transparency and accountability regarding records related to the Epstein case and Ghislaine Maxwell.
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Senate
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
5005
Congress
119
Policy Area
Law
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July 15, 2026
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07/15/2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
07/15/2026
Introduced in Senate
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