New bill would create congressional commission to oversee Epstein files
In committeeH.R. 7814Latest action
Sponsor: Wesley Bell · Representative · MO
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Official title: EPSTEIN Act
119th Congress
Topics: Crime & justice
Introduced:
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The EPSTEIN Act would set up an independent commission with subpoena power to investigate DOJ's handling of the Epstein case.
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What does this do?
HR 7814, the EPSTEIN Act, would create an independent commission within Congress to oversee how the DOJ handles the Epstein files. The eight-member commission could request documents, issue subpoenas, refer cases for prosecution, and would issue quarterly reports plus a full public report within 18 months.
Who does it affect?
The Department of Justice, FBI, and U.S. Attorneys' offices would have to share records with the commission. Individuals connected to the Epstein investigation could be subpoenaed to testify or referred for prosecution.
Why does it matter?
The bill would increase public oversight of a high-profile federal investigation and could lead to new prosecutions or public findings about how the case was handled.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 5, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Mar 5, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.