The EPA's Failed Attempt to Ban Asbestos
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Information on the EPA's attempted asbestos ban and phase-out.
Video Transcript
In 1989, the EPA instituted the asbestos ban and phase out. However, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans overturned this in 1991. As a result, much of the original EPA ban was lifted. As a result, the use of asbestos is still allowed in some applications.







