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Flavored tobacco products are on the California ballot this November. A “YES” vote on Prop 31 will stop Big Tobacco from using flavors to lure individuals into a lifetime of addiction. A “YES” vote will stop Big Tobacco from profiting at our expense.

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Cancer Advocates Urge California Governor to Sign Legislation Expanding Access to Biomarker Testing Needed for Many Innovative Treatments

August 31, 2022
California

The California Legislature passed a bill that would ensure comprehensive biomarker testing is covered by more health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, when supported by medical and scientific evidence. Senate Bill 912 – which was introduced by Senator Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) – has received unanimous, bipartisan support throughout the legislative process.

Virtual Policy Forum to Highlight the Role of Research in Equitable Access to High-Quality Cancer Care in California

August 8, 2022
California

Sacramento, Calif . – A panel of experts in cancer care and equity will participate in a panel discussion on the critical need for research that addresses tangible, impactful solutions for equitable access to high-quality cancer care in California. The free event, hosted by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action

Ordinance Ending the Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products in Sacramento County Takes Effect Today

July 25, 2022
California

Starting July 25, tobacco retailers in Sacramento County are required to end the sale of all flavored tobacco products – including menthol cigarettes, e-cigarettes and flavored shisha.

San Diego County Tobacco Retailers to Start Paying License Fee that will Fund Enforcement of Tobacco Regulations

July 11, 2022
California

San Diego, Calif . – Starting this week, on July 14, tobacco retailers in San Diego County will start paying a licensing fee that will fund and ensure strong enforcement of the tobacco retail license ordinance that took effect in July 2021. The measure requires annual permits, as well as

State Contacts

Mary Kemp
Director, Grassroots Organizing
[email protected]
520-907-0476
Priscilla Cabral-Perez
Associate Director, Regional Multicultural Media Advocacy
[email protected]
720-524-5440
Autumn J. Ogden-Smith
Director, California State Legislation
[email protected]
916-206-9686

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