Posted on February 16, 2026 Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral, has been used for centuries due to its fire-resistant properties and durability. However, extensive research has uncovered the detrimental health effects caused by asbestos exposure. Learn about the path to ban asbestos in the United States. The Dangers of Asbestos Exposure Exposure to asbestos fibers [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) February 13, 2026 EPA Fails to Propose Required Rule by TSCA Deadline After Determining Legacy Asbestos Poses Unreasonable Health Risks The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), the largest U.S. nonprofit dedicated to preventing asbestos exposure through education, advocacy, and community initiatives, represented by Sussman & Associates, sent [...]
Posted on February 2, 2026 The Professional Abatement Contractors of New York (PACNY) will hold its annual conference on February 26th and 27th, 2026, at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino. This two-day event will bring together experts in environmental health, asbestos abatement, and asbestos regulation to address key industry challenges. Among the featured sessions, [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Posted on January 30, 2026 Statement: ADAO Urges Congress to Reject House TSCA Rollback: Chemical Safety Protections, EPA Authority, and Public Health at Risk The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) strongly opposes the U.S. House of Representatives’ discussion draft to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), which was the subject of [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Posted January 30, 2026 STATEMENT ON THE JEFF MERKLEY AND SUZANNE BONAMICI LETTER TO PRESIDENT TRUMP In a formal letter addressed directly to President Donald J. Trump, Sen. Jeff Merkley and Rep. Suzanne Bonamici requested written responses and supporting documentation regarding health, safety, and environmental compliance procedures for the October 2025 demolition [...]