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Access to Biomarker Testing Press Releases

April 5, 2023

‘Game-Changing’ Bill Becomes Law in New Mexico, Opening the Door to Precision Medicine for More Patients

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 73 Wednesday, expanding access to biomarker testing to more patients statewide. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and its team of volunteers, including cancer survivors, patients, caregivers and partners applaud the Governor and State Legislators for taking this extraordinary step in prioritizing the needs of patients in New Mexico and revolutionizing their access to care.

March 13, 2023

Lawmakers Can Take Crucial Step in Revolutionizing Cancer Care in Nevada

Nevada Assemblywoman Sarah Peters (D) has introduced Assembly Bill 155 which would expand access to biomarker testing statewide. Testing has become an increasingly important and game-changing part of cancer care in recent years due to its significant impact in improving survivorship and quality of life. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is urging members of the Committee on Health and Human Services to vote ‘yes’ to this legislation.

March 8, 2023

Cancer Survivors to Governor, Legislators: Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in Colorado

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) hosted ‘Cancer Action Day’ at the Colorado state capitol Wednesday. ACS CAN volunteers, including cancer survivors, patients, and caregivers met with several lawmakers and urged them to support and pass House Bill 1110, Healthcare Coverage for Biomarkers Testing. The bi-partisan legislation would expand equitable access to biomarker testing statewide.