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S 2811 United States Senate · 119th Congress

Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act of 2025

Summary
Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act of 2025 This bill generally prohibits the manufacture, process, use, and distribution in commerce of commercial asbestos or any mixture or article containing commercial asbestos. The President may, on application, grant exemptions from the prohibition in situations where it is necessary to protect national security interests.
Issues: ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBan on asbestos directly protects public health by reducing exposure to a known carcinogen, preventing respiratory diseases and cancer, thereby strengthening healthcare outcomes.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBan on asbestos directly improves workplace safety by eliminating a known carcinogen, protecting workers from exposure and reducing occupational hazards.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2025
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Introduced Sep 16, 2025 Last action Sep 16, 2025
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Sep 16, 2025
Committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Sep 16, 2025
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors

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Jeff Merkley
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Adam B. Schiff
DDemocratic
CA
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Photo of Alex Padilla
Alex Padilla
DDemocratic
CA
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Photo of Richard Blumenthal
Richard Blumenthal
DDemocratic
CT
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