The House Concurrent Resolution No. 12, introduced by Representative Gonzlez of Dallas, calls for the release of the complete Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) files related to the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender charged with sex trafficking of minors. The resolution highlights the ongoing demand from various public figures, including current and former officials in the Trump administration, for transparency regarding Epstein's criminal activities and his associates. Despite previous promises from the administration to provide a full accounting of the Epstein case, including a list of clients and substantial evidence, the resolution notes that the Justice Department has recently claimed that no such information exists, leading to public skepticism about the administration's integrity.

The resolution expresses concern over the lack of transparency surrounding the Epstein case, particularly in light of the scandal surrounding his previous lenient sentencing in 2008 and the subsequent conviction of his associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. It emphasizes the need for the U.S. Department of Justice and the Trump administration to fulfill their commitments to transparency by releasing the complete Epstein files. The Texas legislature aims to ensure that the public has access to this information, which is crucial for understanding the full scope of Epstein's criminal activities and the potential involvement of others. The resolution also mandates that official copies be sent to President Trump and Attorney General Bondi.