1. United States
2. Ga.
3. Letter

I am writing to urge you to support HR4405, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, and to advocate for state-level investigations into individuals who may be incriminated once these documents are released. This legislation would require the Attorney General to release all unclassified Department of Justice records relating to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days of enactment, including flight logs, travel records, immunity deals, and internal communications concerning decisions related to Epstein and his associates. The federal government has maintained secrecy around the Epstein case for too long. While HR4405 addresses transparency at the federal level, the information it reveals will likely expose criminal conduct that falls under state jurisdiction, including potential violations of state laws regarding sex trafficking, conspiracy, and obstruction of justice. Once these documents become public, our state has both the authority and the obligation to pursue justice for any crimes committed within our borders or against our residents. The bill requires declassification to the maximum extent possible and allows only limited exceptions for properly classified national security information. Any redactions must be justified in writing and published in the Federal Register. This level of transparency will provide state prosecutors with the evidence needed to determine whether state charges are warranted against Epstein's associates. I ask that you take two specific actions. First, publicly support HR4405 and encourage our federal delegation to vote for its passage. Second, direct the state attorney general to prepare for potential investigations by establishing a task force ready to review the released documents immediately upon publication. The 15-day reporting requirement to Congress means information will become available quickly, and our state should be prepared to act. Justice delayed is justice denied. The victims of Epstein's trafficking network deserve accountability at every level of government, and our state must be ready to fulfill its responsibility when these files are finally made public.