Last month, Massie introduced the bipartisan Epstein Files Transparency Act, which would require a House vote on the full release of all government documents related to Epstein. If the House fails to consider the bill within seven legislative days, Massie plans to initiate a discharge petition.

A possible vote would come in September, once lawmakers are back from August recess. Here is a rundown of the Republican lawmakers who back the Epstein bill—and the reasons they gave, drawn from interviews, media appearances, social media and town-hall events.