EWG Action Fund /// Asbestos Nation
Rep. Blake Farenthold
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 BelowAnalysis: Identity Theft Threatens Asbestos Victims Under Congressional Proposal
September 28th, 2015
A bill awaiting a vote in the House would put thousands of Americans at heightened risk of identity theft, according to an analysis of the legislation by a leading authority in the area of privacy law.
Texas Congressmen Break Faith with Constituents on Asbestos
September 16th, 2015
An interactive map published by EWG Action Fund shows that Texas, home to four members of Congress who are pushing legislation to delay and deny compensation to victims of asbestos-related disease, has one of the highest numbers of asbestos-related deaths in the country.
Anti-Vets Bill Backed by Some in Congress
July 24th, 2015
Unfortunately for veterans who are or will suffer from asbestos-related disease, a cadre in Congress led by Rep. Blake Farenthold (R-Texas) is pushing an anti-vets bill that would deny justice to many former servicemen and women.
Honeywell’s Business is Security – But It’s Working to Make Asbestos Victims Less Secure
July 21st, 2015