Developments in the HPM Sector in H1-2005

Asbestos-related litigation against CertainTeed in the US Legislation reform update Federal reforms State reforms > May 26, 2005: bipartisan vote the Senate Judiciary by Committee on the Asbestos Trust Fund bill Since then, much debate between the bill's advocates and opponents > Uncertainty surrounding the date of the Senate plenary vote (not before Fall 2005) > Favorable developments in several States ■ Legislation (TX, FL, GA, OH) Judicial decisions (NY, MS, IL) > Medical/restrictions criteria (jurisdiction, proof of medical impairment, exposure to products, etc.) > Potential favorable long-term impact on pending and new claims in these States (see Mississippi) mmmm SAINT-GOBAIN

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