Modifies provisions relating to actions for damages due to exposure to asbestos

HB 1966 modifies the rules for asbestos-related lawsuits to require individuals filing claims to disclose all prior compensation requests made against asbestos trust funds. The bill mandates that plaintiffs provide sworn statements and full documentation of any existing trust claims to the court and opposing parties, with a specific exemption for firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians. Failure to comply with these disclosure requirements could result in the dismissal of the lawsuit, while defendants gain the ability to request and review these trust documents during the legal process. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that previously submitted trust claim materials can be used as evidence to prove exposure and causation in court.