WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Dave Taylor (R–OH-02) voted Tuesday in favor of releasing the full scope of federal records related to the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein, supporting H.R. 4405, the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The measure passed the U.S. House of Representatives by an overwhelming bipartisan margin of 427–1.
Taylor said the legislation marks a long-awaited move toward public transparency.
“The American people deserve transparency about the wretched tragedies that occurred at the hands of Jeffrey Epstein and his associates,” Taylor said. “There are still uncertainties regarding the protection of victims’ information in the bill’s current form, but this is an important first step toward accountability. Whereas Democrats sat on this information for the past four years, Republicans are bringing it into the light to ensure justice for victims.”
What the Bill Requires
Under H.R. 4405, the Department of Justice must release all unclassified records, documents, communications, and investigative materials related to the Epstein case, including:
- Records involving Ghislaine Maxwell
- Flight logs and travel records
- Names and references to individuals — including government officials — connected to the investigation
Once the files are published, the DOJ must submit a detailed report to Congress within 15 days outlining:
- Categories of information released or withheld
- A summary of all redactions
- A list of government officials and politically exposed individuals named in the materials
About Congressman Taylor
Rep. David Taylor represents Ohio’s Second Congressional District, covering 15 counties including Pike, Ross, Scioto, Pickaway, Hocking, Vinton, Jackson, and others, as well as part of Fayette County. He serves on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the House Agriculture Committee. Taylor previously worked as an assistant prosecutor in Clermont County before becoming president of his family’s concrete business.
More information is available at taylor.house.gov.
