New York Press Releases
ACS CAN calls on legislative leaders to include colorectal cancer screening in state budget
ACS CAN is joined by more than 65 organizations asking for colorectal screening to be included in the budget.
ACS CAN Reacts to Governor's Budget
Governor Hochul has released her Executive Budget for the next fiscal year. ACS CAN is asking for increases in funding for the Cancer Services Program and tobacco control.
ACS CAN Planning to Work Closely with Presumptive City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams
ACS CAN looks forward to working with the new New York City Mayor and City Council Speaker on crucial health issues.
ACS CAN Names Davoli Senior New York State Government Relations Director
Michael Davoli has neen named senior New York government relations director.
ACS CAN Applauds Gov. Hochul for Enacting Legislation Allowing Pharmacists to Administer an Increased List of Vaccines
Gov Hochul has enacted a measure that will increase the list of vaccines a pharmacist may administer.
Health Organizations Ask New York Assembly to Help Patients Struggling with Medication Costs
ACS CAN and other health organizations are asking lawmakers to pass legislation dealing with copay accumulators
ACS CAN Releases End of Session Priorities
As the New York State Legislature approaches adjournment, ACS CAN is focusing on two pieces of legislation that can save lives and improve access to needed care.
ACS CAN Applauds NYS Senate for Passing Legislation to Improve Vaccine Access in Pharmacies
The New York State Senate has passed legislation to allow pharmacists to administer all vaccines recommended by the CDC.
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Applauds NY Senate Passage of Bill to Reduce Barriers for Patients Facing Life-Threatening Illnesses
ACS CAN applauds the New York State Senate for passing legislation that will help New Yorkers pay for treatment of life-threatening illnesses. Asks Assembly to also pass measure.