Protection of Lawful Commerce in Stone Slab Products Act
Stone Countertop Industry: Lawsuit Protection
This bill was recently introduced and is currently sitting in the House Committee on the Judiciary for review. It is in the early stages of the lawmaking process and has no upcoming votes scheduled at this time. The bill is considered active as it waits for the committee to decide on its next steps.
Legislative Progress
This bill faces a tough path because it limits the rights of injured workers to sue, which usually leads to strong opposition from labor groups and many lawmakers.
Key Points
- This bill prevents people from suing the companies that make or sell stone slabs, like those used for kitchen countertops, for injuries caused when the stone is cut or shaped by someone else.
- It specifically addresses lawsuits involving silica dust, which can cause serious lung damage if workers breathe it in while cutting stone without using water or masks.
- The bill argues that manufacturers have no control over how independent workshops treat the stone and should not be held liable if those shops fail to follow existing government safety rules.
- If this bill becomes law, any current lawsuits against stone manufacturers for these types of injuries would be dismissed by the courts.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
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Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Protection of Lawful Commerce in Stone Slab Products Act
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