Kentucky’s Health Is on the Line Again: Senate Must Protect Access to Medicaid
Today, the Kentucky House passed House Bill 2, which creates barriers to Medicaid access in the Commonwealth.
Kentucky Press Releases
Kentucky’s Health Is on the Line: Senate Must Strengthen Tobacco Prevention Efforts
FRANKFORT, KY. – The Kentucky House passed its version of the budget, which cuts funding for tobacco prevention and programs that help those already addicted quit.
Cancer Advocates Urge Lawmakers to Take Meaningful Action to Reduce the Burden of Cancer
Cancer Advocates Lace up Their Sneakers as a Show of Support for Policies to Reduce the Toll of Tobacco on Kentuckians
Break the Cycle: Advocates Call on State Lawmakers to Prioritize Tobacco Prevention
As lawmakers kick off the 2026 legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges legislators to prioritize proven youth tobacco prevention measures and programs that help those already addicted quit.
The Great American Smokeout Sparks Call for Investment in Tobacco-Free Futures
During the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout®, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Urges Lawmakers to Pass Tobacco Control Measures to Protect Public Health
Medicaid Work Requirements Likely to Impact Cancer Patients
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) was disappointed to see the legislature overturn the governor’s veto of legislation that will limit access to Medicaid.
ACS CAN Calls on Senate to Protect Everyone's Right to Breathe Clean, Smoke-free Air
Today, the Senate State and Local Government Committee voted out House Bill 211, which would prevent local governments from prohibiting smoking in some cigar bars.
Advocates Call for a Hearing on Legislation to Direct Future JUUL Settlement Funds Toward Youth Prevention
State Rep. Robert Duvall has introduced legislation, House Bill (HB) 187, which would direct approximately $7.2 million in future payments from the JUUL settlement for youth tobacco prevention, including e-cigarette prevention, and to help those already addicted quit.
ACS CAN Calls on Senate to Protect the Health of Kentucky’s Communities: Oppose Exemption for Cigar Bars
Everyone has the right to breathe clean, smoke-free air regardless of where they live, work or play. That is why the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) opposes House Bill 211, which passed the Kentucky House today.
Protect the Health of Kentucky’s Communities: Oppose Exemption for Cigar Bars
Everyone has the right to breathe clean, smoke-free air regardless of where they live, work or play. That is why the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) opposes House Bill 211.