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Statement from Russ Sciandra, New York State Director of Advocacy for the American Cancer Society regarding a newly issued restraining order barring New York State from collecting taxes on the sale of cigarettes to non-Indians on Seneca Nation land "We are disappointed that the state court

On May 9, both Florence, SCξand Spartanburg, SCξpassed smoke-free ordinances that include 100% smoke-free workplaces, restaurants and bars.ξ Florence's ordinance will be implemented on November 1, 2011 and Spartanburg's ordinance will be implemented on September 1, 2011.ξ Congratulations!

Legislative Update Legislation Defunding State Exchange Grants Passes the House of Representatives The House of Representatives and the Senate returned

Legislative Update Legislation Defunding State Exchange Grants Passes the House of Representatives The House of Representatives and the Senate returned

Statement from Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, regarding federal appeals court decision to lift stay on cigarette tax collection on reservations. “As soon as possible. That’s when New York State should begin collecting taxes on cigarettes sold on Indian reservations to non

Legislative Update Legislation Defunding State Exchange Grants Passes the House of Representatives The House of Representatives and the Senate returned

On Monday night, Atlantic Beach, SC passed a smoke-free ordinance that goes into effect on July 2, 2011.ξ The ordinance covers all workplaces, restaurants and bars, along with beaches and beach walkovers.ξ We applaud the city of Atlantic Beach for their efforts!

Starting next week, our team will have a new Vice President for Advocacy! For over thirty years, Blair Horner has been one of New York State's leading advocates for consumer, public health and government reforms.