Directing the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to continue its ongoing investigation into the possible mismanagement of the Federal government’s investigation of Mr. Jeffrey Epstein and Ms. Ghislaine Maxwell, and for other purposes.
United States119th CongressHRES-668House of Representatives
Updated: Sep 3, 2025
Summary
The resolution directs the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to continue its extensive investigation into the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell cases. This includes examining the federal government's investigation, the circumstances surrounding Epstein's death, the operation of sex-trafficking rings, and potential ethics violations by elected officials. The primary goal is to inform legislative solutions aimed at improving federal efforts to combat sex trafficking and reforming the use of non-prosecution and plea agreements in sex-crime investigations. The House of Representatives explicitly supports the committee's authorized subpoenas and investigatory actions, encouraging full compliance from all recipients. A key provision mandates that the chair of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform publicly release all unclassified committee records pertinent to this investigation. These documents, sourced from entities like the Attorney General, Treasury Secretary, and the Epstein estate, cover a broad range of information, including flight logs, communications, and records related to Epstein's detention or death. Importantly, no records can be withheld, delayed, or redacted due to embarrassment, reputational harm, or political sensitivity. Permitted redactions are strictly limited to protect victim privacy, prevent disclosure of child sexual abuse materials, safeguard active federal investigations, or protect national security. All such actions require a written justification, and the committee must also request justifications for any pre-existing redactions from custodians.
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Submitted in House
Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, H. Res. 668 is considered passed House. (consideration: CR H3780; text: CR H3780)
House of Representatives
Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, H. Res. 668 is considered passed House. (consideration: CR H3780: 1; text: CR H3780: 1)
House of Representatives
Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, H. Res. 668 is considered passed House.