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A Bill That Harms Asbestos Victims

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I was exposed to asbestos as a child while "helping" my father with improvement projects in our home.

I also attended schools that were built with asbestos and used many con-

sumer products made with asbestos.

My exposure was not occupational exposure.

Thirty years later I was diagnosed with mesothelioma and told to get my affairs in order. If the asbestos bill were to pass, I would not be compensated even for medical costs that I have incurred to fight for my life.

Has Congress considered how many other Americans will face a similar fate? Asbestos is still in millions of homes, schools and workplaces across the country, and people will continue to be exposed to this product that is still legal in the United States.

ELLEN PATTON

Gambrills

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