REDACT Act

The REDACT Act allows individuals whose private information was improperly disclosed in documents released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act to sue the federal government. This law creates a private right of action that lets victims file civil lawsuits against federal officers or agencies if they fail to redact personally identifiable information or medical files that would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. If a victim wins the lawsuit, they can receive damages of at least $50,000 for each violation, plus reimbursement for legal fees and court costs. The act also waives the United States' sovereign immunity for these specific cases and sets a five-year deadline for filing such claims, with the provisions taking effect on November 19, 2025.