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WV SB666
Bill
Status
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brian Helton
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AI Summary
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Prohibits plaintiffs from bringing asbestos or silica lawsuits against manufacturers of coal mining equipment when the equipment was created to comply with Federal Mine Safety and Health Administration requirements
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Establishes a statute of repose limiting such claims to 12 years from the date of first sale, lease, or delivery by the manufacturer, or 10 years from delivery to the initial user, whichever expires earlier
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Creates an exception allowing claims beyond these time limits only if manufacturers expressly warranted the product for a longer period
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Maintains existing provisions that separate nonmalignant conditions from cancer-related claims as distinct causes of action and prohibits damages for fear of future disease
Legislative Description
Determining liability for exposure to asbestos or silica
Health
Last Action
To Judiciary
1/29/2026