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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, ...

... 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 Oklahomans impacted by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this disease. In 2023 the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will work with the Oklahoma Legislature on legislative and regulatory efforts that provide affordable, adequate access to health insurance ... will also support policies that encourage more copay-only plans, place limits on out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs, and ensure that all cost-sharing payments are counted.  Paid Family and Medical Leave: ACS CAN will advocate for legislation that ensures all working cancer patients, ...

... tobacco cessation benefit under the Affordable Care Act. The ACA requires most health plans to cover tobacco cessation services at no cost to the enrolle, but implementation of this benefit has been inconsistent. Smokers have reported difficulties accessing treatments and having to pay for services that should have been free. ACS CAN along with its public health partners submitted a letter to HHS earlier this year asking for clarification to address these concerns. The ...

Washington, D.C.—  The House Energy and Commerce Committee will hold a hearing today—the eleventh anniversary of the signing of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into law—on several bills aimed at strengthening the ACA. The bills include funding for outreach and enrollment ... is taking this opportunity to further strengthen the law. We look forward to continuing to work with all lawmakers on numerous ways they can help ensure cancer patients and their families have access to quality affordable health care now and in the years to come.”   ### 0 House ...