JFK Act of 2025

2/5/2025, 1:23 AM

Justice for Kennedy Act of 2025 or the JFK Act of 2025

This bill directs the National Archives and Records Administration, the Internal Revenue Service, the Central Intelligence Agency, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Defense, and the Department of State to publicly disclose in unclassified and unredacted form any assassination record and information in their control or possession relevant to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

The Department of Justice must petition any court in the United States or in a foreign country to publicly disclose in such form any assassination record and information relevant to the assassination of President Kennedy that is held under seal of the court or under the injunction of secrecy of a grand jury.

 

Bill 119 HR 239, also known as the "JFK Assassination Records Disclosure Act," aims to require certain federal government departments and agencies to publicly disclose all records and information related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The bill is designed to promote transparency and accountability in government by ensuring that the public has access to all relevant information regarding this historic event.

If passed, the bill would mandate that the heads of specific departments and agencies within the federal government release any and all records and information pertaining to President Kennedy's assassination. This includes documents that have been previously classified or withheld from the public.

The purpose of this legislation is to shed light on the circumstances surrounding President Kennedy's assassination and to provide the public with a more comprehensive understanding of this pivotal moment in American history. By making these records and information publicly available, the bill seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and historical accuracy. Overall, Bill 119 HR 239 represents a significant step towards ensuring that the American people have access to the information they need to fully understand and evaluate the events surrounding President Kennedy's assassination.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 239

Introduced on
2025-01-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/7/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Justice for Kennedy Act of 2025 or the JFK Act of 2025

This bill directs the National Archives and Records Administration, the Internal Revenue Service, the Central Intelligence Agency, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Defense, and the Department of State to publicly disclose in unclassified and unredacted form any assassination record and information in their control or possession relevant to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

The Department of Justice must petition any court in the United States or in a foreign country to publicly disclose in such form any assassination record and information relevant to the assassination of President Kennedy that is held under seal of the court or under the injunction of secrecy of a grand jury.

 

Bill 119 HR 239, also known as the "JFK Assassination Records Disclosure Act," aims to require certain federal government departments and agencies to publicly disclose all records and information related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The bill is designed to promote transparency and accountability in government by ensuring that the public has access to all relevant information regarding this historic event.

If passed, the bill would mandate that the heads of specific departments and agencies within the federal government release any and all records and information pertaining to President Kennedy's assassination. This includes documents that have been previously classified or withheld from the public.

The purpose of this legislation is to shed light on the circumstances surrounding President Kennedy's assassination and to provide the public with a more comprehensive understanding of this pivotal moment in American history. By making these records and information publicly available, the bill seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and historical accuracy. Overall, Bill 119 HR 239 represents a significant step towards ensuring that the American people have access to the information they need to fully understand and evaluate the events surrounding President Kennedy's assassination.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the heads of certain departments and agencies of the Federal Government to publicly disclose all assassination records and information relevant to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, and for other purposes.

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Latest Summary2/19/2025

Justice for Kennedy Act of 2025 or the JFK Act of 2025

This bill directs the National Archives and Records Administration, the Internal Revenue Service, the Central Intelligence Agency, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, t...


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Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Ways and Means, Foreign Affairs, Armed Services, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the ...