Senate Hearing on the Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act (S. 4244)
January 1, 2022
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The Frame
The proposed legislation would amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to prohibit the use and importation of asbestos, which would directly impact chemical manufacturers, water infrastructure operators, and public health safety standards.
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Chemical Manufacturers
The bill would prohibit the manufacture and processing of asbestos, requiring changes to current chemical production practices.
Water Utility Providers
The bill impacts the use of asbestos-containing materials in water infrastructure and distribution systems.
Public Health Advocates
These groups are involved in the legislative process to address health risks associated with asbestos exposure.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2022.
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Summary
Key Facts
- S. 4244 aims to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to prohibit the manufacture, processing, and importation of asbestos.
- The hearing was held on June 9, 2022, by the Subcommittee on Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight.
- Witnesses included representatives from the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization, the International Association of Fire Fighters, the Copiah Water Association, and the American Chemistry Council.
- The bill is named the 'Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act'.
- The hearing record includes multiple letters of support or concern from organizations like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the American Public Health Association.
- The subcommittee received responses to additional questions from the American Chemistry Council and the Copiah Water Association following the hearing.
Why It Matters
The proposed legislation would amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to prohibit the use and importation of asbestos, which would directly impact chemical manufacturers, water infrastructure operators, and public health safety standards.
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Legislative push for total asbestos ban
The hearing highlights a concerted effort to move beyond current EPA regulations toward a statutory ban on all asbestos use.
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