To establish an independent statutory commission within the legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over the Department of Justice operations and handling of the Epstein Files, and for other purposes.

House Bill

H.R. 7814

119th Congress

To establish an independent statutory commission within the legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over the Department of Justice operations and handling of the Epstein Files, and for other purposes.

In Committee

Introduced:Mar 5, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Wesley Bell

D - MO

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Summary

This bill would create an independent commission within Congress to oversee the Department of Justice's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the financier who died in federal custody while facing sex trafficking charges. The commission would ensure transparency and accountability regarding how the DOJ has managed evidence, investigations, and information connected to the high-profile case that has raised numerous public questions.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Introduced3/5/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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To establish an independent statutory commission within the legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over the Department of Justice operations and handling of the Epstein Files, and for other purposes.

This bill would create an independent commission within Congress to oversee the Department of Justice's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the financier who died in federal custody while facing sex trafficking charges. The commission would ensure tr

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This bill would create an independent commission within Congress to oversee the Department of Justice's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the financier who died in federal custody while facing sex trafficking charges. The commission would ensure transparency and accountability regarding how the DOJ has managed evidence, investigations, and information connected to the high-profile case that has raised numerous public questions.

Bill Number: 7814
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Title: To establish an independent statutory commission within the legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over the Department of Justice operations and handling of the Epstein Files, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 7814
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Summary: This bill would create an independent commission within Congress to oversee the Department of Justice's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the financier who died in federal custody while facing sex trafficking charges. The commission would ensure transparency and accountability regarding

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would create an independent commission within Congress to oversee the Department of Justice's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the financier who died in federal custody while facing sex trafficking charges. The commission would ensure transparency and accountability regarding how the DOJ has managed evidence, investigations, and information connected to the high-profile case that has raised numerous public questions.

Last updated: 3/6/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes an independent congressional commission specifically focused on DOJ oversight of the Epstein case files and related investigations
Aims to provide transparency on a case that has generated significant public concern about potential cover-ups and connections to powerful individuals
Would operate within the legislative branch to maintain independence from the executive branch agency it's overseeing
Addresses ongoing public demands for accountability regarding the handling of evidence and information in one of the most scrutinized federal cases in recent history

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily impact public trust and government accountability by potentially revealing how federal authorities handled a sensitive, high-profile investigation. If passed, it could provide answers to lingering questions about the Epstein case that have fueled conspiracy theories and eroded public confidence in federal law enforcement. The commission's findings could also lead to reforms in how the DOJ handles similar cases involving powerful individuals and manages evidence in cases of significant public interest.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7814, 119th Congress (2026). "To establish an independent statutory commission within the legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over the Department of Justice operations and handling of the Epstein Files, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7814

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