Bill > HR5437

This bill, known as the "Protection of Lawful Commerce in Stone Slab Products Act," aims to prohibit civil lawsuits against manufacturers and sellers of stone slab products for injuries resulting from the fabrication process by third-party contractors. The legislation addresses concerns about legal actions related to silica dust exposure during the cutting, drilling, shaping, or processing of stone slabs used in products like countertops. The bill finds that these manufacturers and sellers should not be held liable for workplace injuries caused by fabricators who may fail to follow existing workplace safety regulations. It seeks to protect businesses engaged in the stone slab industry from what it considers frivolous lawsuits that could burden interstate commerce and potentially destabilize the industry. The bill would require the dismissal of any pending civil actions meeting the definition of a "qualified civil action" and provides comprehensive definitions for terms like fabrication, qualified product, and seller. By preventing these lawsuits, the legislation aims to preserve consumer access to stone slab products, protect manufacturers from unwarranted legal claims, and support an industry that employs thousands of Americans across multiple states.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5437/all-info