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JFK Assassination Records Disclosure: Full Transparency Mandate

This act mandates the U.S. government to release all previously classified documents related to President John F. Kennedy's assassination. This means citizens will gain access to complete, unredacted information, potentially aiding in understanding historical events and fostering greater trust in government actions.
Key points
All federal agencies must disclose classified JFK assassination records within 30 days, unredacted.
The act overrides previous laws and orders that allowed these documents to remain secret.
The Attorney General will petition courts to release records currently under seal or grand jury secrecy.
Citizens will gain full access to historical information, increasing government transparency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_239
Sponsor: Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-1]
Process start date: 2025-01-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

JFK Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_239.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All federal agencies must disclose classified JFK assassination records within 30 days, unredacted.
  • The act overrides previous laws and orders that allowed these documents to remain secret.
  • The Attorney General will petition courts to release records currently under seal or grand jury secrecy.
  • Citizens will gain full access to historical information, increasing government transparency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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