West Virginia SB666 amends asbestos and silica claims procedures, setting a statute of limitations and clarifying liability for coal mining equipment.

West Virginia SB666 modifies the handling of asbestos and silica-related claims, establishing a statute of limitations for such actions. It specifies that manufacturers of coal mining equipment cannot be held liable if the equipment was created in compliance with federal safety regulations at the time of manufacture. The bill also sets a 12-year limit from the date of first sale or delivery for filing claims against these manufacturers.

West Virginia SB666 amends asbestos and silica claims procedures, setting a statute of limitations and clarifying liability for coal mining equipment.

West Virginia SB666 modifies the handling of asbestos and silica-related claims, establishing a statute of limitations for such actions. It specifies that manufacturers of coal mining equipment cannot be held liable if the equipment was created in compliance with federal safety regulations at the time of manufacture. The bill also sets a 12-year limit from the date of first sale or delivery for filing claims against these manufacturers.