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Statement from American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Government Relations Director Leo Almeida   COLUMBUS, OHIO   – “Today, the Senate Ways and Means Committee passed legislation that will restrict the authority of communities to pass local laws regulating the sale of tobacco products that are stronger than state law. Local control over matters designed to protect the public’s health, including tobacco ...

Columbus, OH–June 22, 2017– This statement can be attributed to Jeff Stephens, director of government relations in Ohio for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). “Today, State Representative Sarah LaTourette introduced legislation to improve the quality of life of cancer patients and their families through palliative care. ACS CAN commends the Representative for seeing an opportunity to improve ...

Statement from American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Government Relations Director Leo Almeida   COLUMBUS, OHIO  – “As lawmakers dive into the 2023 legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges legislators to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Buckeyes.  “ACS CAN calls on the legislature to increase access to biomarker testing, a game changer in the fight against cancer ... the right time,’ precision medicine has played a critical role in improving cancer outcomes. Despite its benefits, health insurance coverage of biomarker testing has not kept pace with innovations in treatment.  “Furthermore, copay accumulator legislation unanimously passed the House ...

Columbus, OH – Sept. 19, 2017 — Today, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) sent a letter to Governor Kasich calling on him to oppose a new proposal to repeal and replace the current health care law offered by Senators ... care coverage to 3,158,600 Ohioans. in 2016, including children, pregnant women, families, seniors and individuals with disabilities. Out of that number, 710,500 Ohioans gained lifesaving health care coverage because Ohio expanded its Medicaid program. Currently, 65,300 Ohioans ... by approximately $2.5 billion in 2026. The letter goes on to note, “In addition, the bill eliminates the marketplace premium subsidies and cost sharing subsidies effectively shutting down the individual insurance marketplace. Finally, the bill would roll back important essential health ...