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MS SB2026

Bill

Status

Failed

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brice Wiggins

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires plaintiffs in asbestos lawsuits to file a sworn statement within 30 days of filing, identifying each defendant's specific product, the location and dates of exposure, and the alleged asbestos-related disease
  • Plaintiffs must disclose the manufacturer, seller, brand, and trade name of each asbestos-containing product they claim caused exposure
  • Imposes an ongoing duty on plaintiffs to supplement disclosures when receiving new information or discovering prior disclosures were inaccurate or incomplete
  • Allows courts to dismiss defendants without prejudice if their product or premises is not specifically identified in the required disclosures
  • Applies to all asbestos actions filed on or after the act's effective date

Legislative Description

Asbestos Action Over-naming Reform Act; enact.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division A1/8/2026

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