Posted on June 28, 2024

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The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) is hosting its 19th Congressional Staff Luncheon Briefing, “Impact of Asbestos on Public Health, Environment, and Economy,” on Monday, July 22nd, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET. This important event will underscore the ongoing efforts to end asbestos imports and use in the United States, with an emphasis on the pervasive issue of legacy asbestos that can still be found in our homes, schools, workplaces, and the environment. Attendees will receive detailed materials highlighting the extent of asbestos exposure among their constituencies.

The panel will feature esteemed experts, including:

  • Amy J. Bahruth, American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO
  • Brent Kynoch, Environmental Information Association
  • Linda Reinstein, Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)
  • Greg Russell, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF)
  • Bob Sussman, JD, Counsel for the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)
  • James Williams, Jr., American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, Inc.

During the briefing, our distinguished speakers will cover several important topics, including:

  • Health effects of asbestos exposure, asbestos-related diseases, and available treatments
  • Current asbestos imports, commercial uses, and consumer products
  • Legacy asbestos exposure in homes, schools, and buildings
  • Increase legacy asbestos exposure risk to teachers and first responders 
  • Regulatory updates, including the limited EPA Part 1 Chrysotile Asbestos Final Rule and EPA Part 2 Legacy Asbestos Draft Risk Evaluation
  • The Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now (ARBAN) Act (S.1069 & H.R.2402) a comprehensive commercial asbestos ban

This briefing promises to be informative, providing essential insights and fostering informed policy-making to protect public health. ADAO is honored to be a trusted resource for legislators and their staff who are working to create an asbestos-free country for all.

Linda Reinstein

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