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House Subcommittee to Vote on Bills to Halt Damaging Insurance Rule Changes; Preserve Pre-Existing Condition Protections

Washington, D.C. - Today the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health is considering a series of bills that would stabilize and strengthen the health insurance market and decrease the number of uninsured by improving the ability of people with pre-existing conditions to obtain and afford comprehensive health coverage. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) continues to work to ensure patients with serious illnesses like cancer have access to affordable, meaningful coverage. Specifically, the ... and preserve access to meaningful health coverage for patients, the subcommittee is examining proposals to improve patient access to lower cost drug therapies through a number of bills including the Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples (CREATES) Act of 2019. The ...

2026 Kentucky Legislative Session Priorities

... Session 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 Kentucky Residents impacted by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this disease. In 2026 the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will work with the Kentucky General Assembly on prevention policies to protect kids from tobacco products and help support those who are ... provide a comprehensive benefit for lung cancer screening including all follow-up testing according to recommended guidelines, without enrollee cost sharing or other barriers. Prostate Cancer: The higher incidence and mortality rates for Black men for prostate cancer are exceptionally ...

2025 Arkansas Legislative Session Summary

... 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 Arkansans impacted by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this disease. In 2025, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) worked with the Arkansas Legislature in support of the following priorities:   Ensuring Access to Quality Care  Genetic Testing Access : The ... signed into law, legislation that will require health plans to provide coverage for genetic testing for inherited cancer risk and eliminate cost-sharing requirements for clinically appropriate genetic testing and guideline recommended cancer imaging for those at high-risk of developing ...

10-12-12 Affordable Care Act Update

... dozen governors have indicated they will expand their programs, while several others have expressed their intention to opt out. Regardless, ACS CAN anticipates a significant number of state legislatures will debate, discuss and vote on the issue during their 2013 legislative sessions.    With the assistance of ACS CAN state ... including tax credits,  premium rating reforms, and administrative simplification.  (The impact of the essential health benefits package on cost could not be estimated because too little information is available at this time.)  As always, thank you for all you do every day to support ...

10-12-12 Affordable Care Act Update

... dozen governors have indicated they will expand their programs, while several others have expressed their intention to opt out. Regardless, ACS CAN anticipates a significant number of state legislatures will debate, discuss and vote on the issue during their 2013 legislative sessions.    With the assistance of ACS CAN state ... including tax credits,  premium rating reforms, and administrative simplification.  (The impact of the essential health benefits package on cost could not be estimated because too little information is available at this time.)  As always, thank you for all you do every day to support ...

10-12-12 Affordable Care Act Update

... dozen governors have indicated they will expand their programs, while several others have expressed their intention to opt out. Regardless, ACS CAN anticipates a significant number of state legislatures will debate, discuss and vote on the issue during their 2013 legislative sessions.    With the assistance of ACS CAN state ... including tax credits,  premium rating reforms, and administrative simplification.  (The impact of the essential health benefits package on cost could not be estimated because too little information is available at this time.)  As always, thank you for all you do every day to support ...

Advocates Insist Governor Prioritize Tobacco Prevention Funding in Upcoming Special Session

The following is a statement from Doug Hogan, government relations director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in West Virginia: "The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) calls on Gov. Justice to include a $4.5 million investment for the West Virginia Division of Tobacco Prevention program in his call for the special session. We agree with the governor when he says, “Let’s come up with something that ... “West Virginia is typically ranked 50th in the country for funding critical programs to reduce tobacco use. As a result, the state has some of the highest tobacco usage rates nationwide for teenagers and adults. Nearly 38% of 4,300 cancer deaths each year can be attributed to smoking, ...

Survey: Cancer Patients and Survivors Continue to Face Pandemic-Related Health Care Delays 1 Year Later

Washington, D.C.— Cancer patients and survivors continue to deal with the negative effects of the coronavirus pandemic on their ability to access necessary health care. According to a new Survivor Views survey from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), 1 in 3 (35%) cancer patients and survivors report that the pandemic has affected their ability to access care. Even during the last few ... statement (81%). The survey also asked respondents what they would consider the top priorities for improving health care. Respondents ranked the cost of health care as the most important challenge facing cancer patients and survivors (36%). It ranked as the top issue across numerous ...

Colorado Cancer Advocates, U.S. Senator Bennet Call on Congress to Enact Policy to Create a Pathway to Coverage for Innovative Multi-Cancer Screenings for Millions

Denver, Colo. –   A virtual event held Tuesday morning by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet (D-CO) highlighted the promise of new blood-based cancer screening technologies that have the potential to dramatically increase early-stage diagnosis for a wide range of cancers ... is critical. “As a colon cancer survivor, I know the devastating effects of a late-stage diagnosis not only on health outcomes but also on cost. If my cancer had been caught earlier, my prognosis probably would have been far different and my treatment far less costly,” said Morrison ...

Michigan Latest State to Follow National Smoke-Free Trend

... law, which was signed by Governor Jennifer Granholm Dec. 18, will apply to all bars, restaurants and work places, except for the gaming floors of existing casinos, cigar bars and tobacco specialty stores. Although smoking will be allowed on casino gaming floors, it will be banned in the ... health victory and will save countless lives in Michigan," said John R. Seffrin, PhD, CEO, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). "Increasingly, states are realizing the many benefits of comprehensive smoke-free laws that cover all workplaces Š—– workers can make a living without risking their health, patrons and tourists can ...

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