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Washington, D.C.—The U.S. House of Representatives will soon consider legislation to increase access to health coverage for millions of Americans, including cancer patients and survivors, as part of its pandemic relief package. House Committees are currently considering and will soon advance legislation to increase the generosity of subsidies to cover the costs of marketplace health plans—including offering subsides to those who are receiving unemployment benefits—offer financial support to cover the bulk of premium costs for laid off workers who choose to keep their employer-sponsored health care plans, and boost the federal reimbursement for states to expand their Medicaid programs. Also included are provisions to provide economic ...

WASHINGTON – March 26, 2019 – The administration reversed course Monday, saying it supports a district court ruling overturning the entire health care law. On behalf of cancer patients, survivors and millions of others with pre-existing conditions, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action ... Appeals opposing dismantling of the patient protections in the law. A statement from ACS CAN President Lisa Lacasse follows: “Invalidating the health care law without an equal or better replacement risks returning to a time when those with pre-existing conditions can be charged more or ...

Washington, D.C.— Patient and health advocacy groups representing millions of Americans with pre-existing conditions are applauding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to hear arguments in the case of Texas v. United States this coming term. The case is the latest court challenge to the health care law known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The groups, which include the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, American Diabetes ...

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today the administration released a proposed rule that would fix the so-called ‘family glitch’ in the Affordable Care Act. If finalized, the change would allow the total premium cost of all family members covered under an employer sponsored plan to be ... The administration also issued an executive order instructing federal agencies to do everything possible to expand access to affordable, quality health coverage. A statement from Lisa Lacasse, president of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) follows: “For years ACS ... and timely treatment.  Together with the president’s executive order, these changes would make a substantial impact on improving the health of cancer patients and their families nationwide. “On behalf of the more than 1.9 million Americans who will be diagnosed with cancer this ...