Missouri: NAMIC Slated to Testify at Asbestos/Silica Reform Hearing

Continuing his efforts to enact asbestos and silica reform legislation, Republican Rep. Bryan Pratt has scheduled HB 512’s hearing before the Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Pratt’s bill is based on the American Legislative Exchange Council’s Asbestos and Silica Claims Priorities Act that focuses on the medical criteria for claims.

Pratt, who also chairs the Judiciary Committee, first introduced similar legislation, HB 2029, late in the 2006 session, heard the bill and promised to make the issue a priority in 2007.

"Reasoned asbestos reform is a priority for NAMIC's members, and we strongly support Representative Pratt’s efforts. NAMIC testified at the 2006 hearing and will be testifying at Tuesday’s committee hearing,” said Tami Stanton, NAMIC’s Central region state affairs manager.

Direct questions to NAMIC State Affairs Manager Tami Stanton.

Posted: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 12:00:00 AM. Modified: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 1:32:31 PM.

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