Washington–Supporters of legislation to create a trust fund for asbestos injuries said they believe they have the votes now to overcome a procedural roadblock.
But, in a letter seeking a Senate floor vote next week, sent to Senate Majority Leader William Frist, R-Tenn., backers of the measure indicated while they can overcome a budget point of order, they are unsure if they can meet his second criteria for a revote: enough votes to limit debate on the bill.
A number of the measure's opponents, who include lobbyists for insurers and trial lawyers who asked not to be identified, said they believe the letter is merely an effort to build public support for the bill and keep the options open for the bill's supporters.
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