The Trump administration has dropped its proposal to alter or delay a ban on the last type of asbestos used in the U.S., according to a Monday court filing.

Previously, the Biden administration created a new asbestos regulation in March 2024, claiming a victory for health advocates. In June, however, the Trump administration said it planned to reconsider the ban — whether that means delaying it or changing the ban altogether — in a court filing. 

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