The Jeffrey Epstein Files Transparency Act, a landmark bill, has been passed by the House of Representatives with overwhelming bipartisan support, except for one dissenting voter who expressed concerns about potential repercussions on numerous innocent individuals.

Both Democrats and Republicans united to approve the act, named after the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, with 427 members endorsing it. The legislation mandates the release of all files related to Epstein held by the Justice Department under President Donald Trump’s administration. The bill is now set for a Senate vote before reaching the President’s desk for final approval.

This vote follows President Trump’s change in stance, urging Republicans to advance the bill after previously opposing the release of the documents. However, one Republican member, Clay Higgins from Louisiana’s third Congressional district, stood against the majority. Higgins defended his decision, stating that the bill disregards longstanding U.S. justice procedures and could harm innocent individuals by exposing sensitive information to the media.

Higgins emphasized his unwavering opposition to the bill, expressing concerns about the potential harm it could cause to innocent parties, including witnesses, alibi providers, and family members. He highlighted the ongoing investigative efforts by the Oversight Committee, which has already disclosed a significant volume of documents related to the Epstein case.

While the bill’s passage through the House was resoundingly supported, Senate Majority Leader John Thune indicated that there would be limited opportunity for revisions. Thune pledged swift action in the Senate, acknowledging the unlikelihood of significant alterations given the overwhelming 427-1 vote in the House.

As the bill progresses through the legislative process, it appears that substantial modifications are improbable, with Thune suggesting minimal changes are expected despite potential preferences for adjustments from House Speaker and other lawmakers.