Asbestos in the US, finally banned?

[Maxmars]

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I'm amazed it has taken so long to get this sorted in the U.S.

Don't fall for that narrative.  It really didn't.  They have known of the danger since pretty much the start (at least about the same time you all did in Europe and elsewhere.)  Industrial entrenchment in regulatory political appointments ensured that they never had to bear the economic burden of 'keeping the public safe.' Big business in this country has been hurting people that way for many decades... and then, when it becomes intolerable some politician holds up a sign that reads "Who knew?"  Others posture virtuous and use the tragedy as fodder for vote or access pandering.  It's a sad thing... but we are catching on... finally...