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John Conyers: “H.R. 982, the Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act, or FACT Act, burdens asbestos trusts while giving asbestos…”

On the recordMarch 12, 2013
H.R. 982, the Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act, or FACT Act, burdens asbestos trusts while giving asbestos defendants new rights and advantages to be used against asbestos victims in state court.
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John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan

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Conyers criticizes the FACT Act for favoring asbestos defendants over victims.

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