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At some point, nearly everyone needs time to recover from a serious illness or care for a sick loved one. But 59% of Illinois families cannot even take the unpaid leave they need without risking their jobs and income.

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Legislative Action Needed to Reduce the Burden of Cancer on Illinoisans

January 11, 2023

Illinois

As lawmakers dive into the 2023 legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network urges legislators to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Illinoisans.

Ally Lopshire Joins American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network to Lead Government Relations in Illinois

August 23, 2022

Illinois

In this role, Lopshire will lead ACS CAN’s efforts in the state to advance legislation and public policies to reduce cancer.

Illinois: Tell Congress to Count all Copays for Patients

October 14, 2021

Illinois

Congressman Rodney Davis Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Championing Lifesaving Cancer Public Policy

September 29, 2021

Illinois

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Congressman Rodney Davis received the National Distinguished Advocacy Award this week, the most prestigious award presented by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), in recognition of his significant contributions to the fight against cancer and leadership on the successful passage of the Removing