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Pierre, S.D. – Today, the South Dakota House passed Senate Bill 87 with a vote of 50-16 (four excused) to allow the sale of inadequate health plans that are exempt from state insurance regulation and that can avoid patient protections required by federal law. The American Cancer ... segmenting the insurance market, driving up premiums and making it harder for South Dakotans who live with serious or chronic diseases to find health insurance. A statement from David W. Benson, government relations director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in South Dakota follows: “ACS CAN believes everyone should have quality and affordable health care coverage. However, because the plans offered under SB 87 will not have to comply with requirements that limit out-of-pocket costs and may not ...

... against cancer requires bold new public policies that promote cancer prevention, early detection of cancer, expand access to quality, affordable health care and reduce cancer disparities. Cancer is a disease that affects everyone, but it doesn’t affect everyone equally. Lawmakers make many ... for prescription drugs are clear, efficient and patient-friendly while also allowing for exceptions when appropriate. Affordable, Adequate Health Insurance: ACS CAN will advocate for policies that ensure access to quality, affordable and comprehensive health insurance and will support ...

... of ACS CAN, on their way to Capitol Hill. ACS CAN along with the patients, survivors, and caregivers are taking the message that the time for health care reform is NOW. The patients are telling their Members that we need adequate, affordable health insurance coverage that Americans can count on. In addition to ACS CAN patients and caregivers meeting their elected officials, AARP, ...

... the Division and ACS CAN are ramping up for a statewide smoke-free campaign when the Texas legislature starts its 2011 session.   Access to Care – Affordable Care Act   ACS CAN Comments on Interim Final Rule on Lifetime and Annual Limits ACS CAN submitted comments to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on the Interim Final Rules released in June. The rule would implement provisions of the Affordable Care Act ... and annual dollar limits on benefits, rescissions and patient protections. Overall, the rule is strong and expands patients’ access to health care. Read the ACS CAN press release .   ACS CAN’s comments focus on several specific concerns relating to the structure of the rules on ...