EWG Action Fund /// Asbestos Nation
FACT Act
Asbestos is responsible for countless deaths around the world, including at least 10,000 each year in the U.S. alone. Many Americans might think it’s been banned, but it has not. It’s lethal, legal and continues to pose serious risks to millions of American families.
Explore BelowLeading Veterans Groups Call on Senate to Oppose Bill that Would Put Asbestos Victims at Risk of Identity Theft
January 15th, 2016
In a letter sent this week, 17 national veterans organizations called on the Senate to “show compassion for our veterans” and vote against S. 357, the so-called FACT Act.
House OKs Bill Exposing Asbestos Victims to ID Theft
January 8th, 2016
The House passed legislation today that would delay or deny compensation for asbestos victims and place them at greater risk of identity theft.
House Will Vote on Bill that Would Expose Asbestos Victims to Online ID Theft
January 5th, 2016
Only months since cyber attacks on federal agencies exposed the sensitive personal information of millions of Americans, the House is poised to pass legislation that would put tens of thousands more citizens at risk of online identity theft.
Death Rate in Texas’ Asbestos Alley Far Higher than State, National Average
December 7th, 2015