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2010 Maryland Legislative Priorities and Agenda

2010 Maryland Legislative Agenda   The Society will advocate reforming the health care system in Maryland to include the provision of medical care for Maryland residents newly diagnosed with cancer.   The Society will advocate increasing State funding for the Breast and ... laws.   The Society will advocate improving physical education in Maryland public schools.     Legislative Priorities as prescribed by ACS CAN   Increase Access to Health Care The American Cancer Society believes that all persons should have access to comprehensive, affordable quality ... Assure Access to Cancer Screening and Treatment The American Cancer Society believes that state laws requiring insurance carriers to cover the cost of routine cancer screenings and treatment are needed to protect health care quality.  The Society will advocate protecting laws that assure ...

Calorie Posting Passes in New Jersey

New Year's Resolutions to Eat Healthier Get a Boost with Passage of Calorie Posting Measure Statement from Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, regarding passage of calorie posting legislation in New Jersey. “For many, the new year brings renewed promises to make healthier ... activity. Cancer and obesity are linked, and by educating people about the risk of a high-calorie, high-fat diet and promoting prevention, we can reduce cancer rates and control health care costs. Our legislators clearly see the benefits of this legislation. The American Cancer Society ...

South Dakotans Want State to Cover Uninsured Through Medicaid

...   SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Jan. 13, 2014 – Public opinion polling released today by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows that registered voters in South Dakota want their state to accept federal funds that are available to broaden access to health coverage ... and public affairs research firm Public Opinion Strategies, was fielded in November 2013. South Dakota lawmakers currently face the decision of whether to make health coverage under Medicaid available to individuals and families up to 133 percent of the federal poverty level, as urged by federal health care reform. The poll was answered by 400 registered voters in South Dakota and has a ...

Bill Would Increase Access to Colon Cancer Screenings and Treatments for Medically Underserved

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- February 27, 2009 -- Critical legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, which would ensure access to colon cancer screening and treatment for those Americans who need them most. This bill will build on efforts to improve access to health care and elevate the importance of refocusing our health care system on preventing disease altogether, rather than trying to save individuals after they become sick. The ... lifesaving screening because they cannot afford it," said Daniel E. Smith, president of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). "We urge Congress to pass this crucial legislation to help us stop one of the few cancers we CAN prevent in many cases." Passage of H.R. 1189 ...

Cancer Patients, Survivors Travel to Juneau to Urge Legislators to Push Harder Against the Tobacco Industry & Expand Telehealth Access

... caregivers from throughout Alaska gathered Tuesday at the Capitol building to ask legislators to prioritize public health over the profit margin of the Tobacco Industry.  The visit was part of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s annual Cancer Action Day, an event that ... suffering and death from cancer, but there is more we need to do to protect and support our friends and families,” said Emily Nenon, ACS CAN Alaska Government Relations Director. She continued: “The Tobacco Industry is working to addict a new generation of customers and the ... Capitol are working with legislators to change that. Tobacco use in Alaska is both a leading cause of preventable death and a leading healthcare cost driver. ACS CAN’s 2024 legislative focus will be on supporting funding for the state tobacco prevention and cessation program and protecting ...

Cancer Patients Call on Lawmakers to Reject Proposed Budget Cuts That Would Reverse Progress Against Cancer

... and in some cases impossible, for them to access lifesaving care. “The budget proposal would eliminate Medicare’s traditional guarantee of care and instead force seniors to buy private insurance with a subsidy that may be inadequate to pay for necessary coverage for someone with ... proposal would also impact the Medicaid program by financing it through block grants of fixed dollar amounts that would shift the health care cost burden to states and could lead to restrictions in eligibility, enrollment and benefits. These restrictions could increase the number of ... 1,500 people per day in America, or one person every minute. On behalf of the more than 11 million cancer survivors across the country, ACS CAN urges lawmakers of both political parties to work together to correct the elements of this budget proposal that impede patients’ access to ...

Welcome to the 2017 Legislative Session Vermont lawmakers new and experienced!

Today marks the first day of the 2017 Legislative Session and there are a lot of changes afoot! Rep. Mitzi Johnson, D-Grand Isle, was sworn in as the 3rd female Speaker of the House in Vermont's history! And in the Senate, ... tomorrow. Former Senator David Zuckerman will be inaugurated as the new Lt. Governor on the same day. With all of this change afoot, ACS CAN will be sending this welcome note to new and experienced lawmakers: Dear 2017 Lawmaker, Congratulations on your election to the Vermont General ...

Health and business groups respond to tax cuts for tobacco products

... on all other tobacco products to an equivalent rate.  Increasing taxes on tobacco products is a proven way to reduce tobacco use, but instead of moving forward with tobacco tax policies that will protect kids and improve health, lawmakers are considering cutting taxes for some tobacco products, including products that are some of the most popular with Hoosier kids. “Indiana can and must do better when it comes to reducing tobacco use. But, unfortunately, this proposal would favor the tobacco industry more than the ... are more likely to transition to regular cigarettes. It’s reckless to be making it easier for them to get e-cigarettes by decreasing the cost,” said Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Kevin Brinegar. “Indiana’s health metrics are already among the worst in the ...

2022 Arkansas Legislative Priorities

Victory in the fight against cancer requires bold new public policies that promote cancer prevention, early detection of cancer, and expand access to quality, affordable health care. Lawmakers make many decisions that impact the lives of Arkansas residents touched by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this disease. In 2022 the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will work with the Arkansas Legislature on efforts that address disruption in cancer care and screenings; provide affordable, adequate access ... Cessation: ACS CAN will advocate for the state Medicaid program to provide a comprehensive tobacco cessation benefit to all enrollees without cost-sharing or other barriers to accessing care.  Currently the Medicaid program covers all 7 FDA-approved cessation medications and individual ...

Broken Health Care System Fosters Treatment Delays and Strained Finances for Many Cancer Patients, According to New Poll

... at some point since their diagnosis, according to a national poll released today by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). The unique poll of families affected by cancer also found that more than 40 percent had trouble affording care in the past few years. More than one in five families has used up all or most of its savings and one in seven has incurred thousands of dollars in medical debt because of high health care costs. The survey also found that ...

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