Legislature Includes Funding for Critical Cancer-Fighting Programs
Statement from American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Government Relations Director Bryan Hannon
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Amicus Brief Filed in Medicaid Expansion Lawsuit
Statement from American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Government Relations Director Emily Kalmer
Twenty-Two Health Groups Submit Amicus Brief in Medicaid Expansion Lawsuit
Jefferson City, MO – Health and patient advocacy groups submitted an amicus curiae (or friend-of-the-court) brief today, supported by Missouri-based health econom
ACS CAN Applauds Washington, DC Council for Passing Bill to Protect All District Residents
The Washington, DC City Council has passed legislation that prohibits the sale of some flavored tobacco products. There is an exemption for hookah. ACS CAN Washington, DC Government Relations Director Jocelyn Collins reacts.
Emergency Order is Lifted; Smoking Allowed to Resume in Pennsylvania Casinos Putting Pennsylvanians at Risk
The emergency order prohibiting smoking in casinos has been lifted. ACS CAN says employees and vistors should have their health protected and smoking should again be prohibited.
Legislature Presses on with $0 Funding for Youth Tobacco Prevention Despite Budget Surplus
RALEIGH, NC – June 29, 2021 – Last week, Senate lawmakers passed their final version of the budget – dedicating zero funding for the state’s tobacco prevention programs amid skyrocketing youth tobacco use.
Maine Budget Shortsighted In Addressing Tobacco Control; Flavored Tobacco
AUGUSTA – The Maine Legislature’s Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee has finalized a budget deal without including Governor Mills’ provision to end the sale of menthol and all flavored tobacco products.
Texas Legislature Renews Commitment to Cancer Research, Following Arduous Year for Cancer Patients and Their Families
AUSTIN, TX – June 23, 2021 – With Gov.
Court Ruling Will Impact Access to Critical Health Coverage
Jefferson City, MO - June 23, 2021 -“Today, the Cole County circuit court ruled against the plaintiffs in the lawsuit that would force the state to implement expanded eligibility for Medicaid.
As Texas Leads the Nation in Uninsured Americans, Lawmakers Pave Path for Inadequate Health Plans That Would Block Access for Texans with Chronic Illness
AUSTIN, TX – June 22, 2021 – With the deadline to sign passing, Gov.