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Asbestos Ban: Protecting Health and Environment

This new law aims to completely ban the manufacture, processing, use, and sale of commercial asbestos in the United States. This means greater safety for citizens, as the risk of asbestos-related diseases will decrease. The act also provides for public education on asbestos hazards and mitigation methods.
Key points
Total ban on commercial asbestos production and sale one year after the act's enactment, improving health safety.
Exceptions for the chlor-alkali industry for a 2-year period to allow transition to safer alternatives.
Possibility of temporary exemption from the ban for national security reasons, with strict conditions.
Mandatory public education on asbestos hazards and available resources, increasing citizen awareness.
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Print number: 118_HR_2402
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2023-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2402.

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 2023-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Total ban on commercial asbestos production and sale one year after the act's enactment, improving health safety.
  • Exceptions for the chlor-alkali industry for a 2-year period to allow transition to safer alternatives.
  • Possibility of temporary exemption from the ban for national security reasons, with strict conditions.
  • Mandatory public education on asbestos hazards and available resources, increasing citizen awareness.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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