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ACS CAN is Maine's leading cancer advocacy organization, working to make cancer issues a priority in the state and nationally. Our staff and volunteers have led successful campaigns, resulting in increased cancer research funding, tobacco-free public places, improved access to health care and quality of life for cancer patients.

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U.S. Senate Passes Harmful Budget that Will Cause Millions to Lose Health Insurance

July 2, 2025
Maine

ACS CAN Thanks Maine Senators for Voting to Protect Medicaid

Maine Cancer Advocates Applaud Proposed Tobacco Tax Increase

June 12, 2025
Maine

By increasing the state’s tobacco tax, we can ensure more Mainers who currently smoke will quit, and fewer kids will pick up the deadly addiction in the first place.

Proposed Tobacco Tax Increase Will Save Lives and Save Dollars for Mainers

January 28, 2025
Maine

In addition to lives saved, Mills' budget proposal will deliver short term revenue increases and reduce long term tobacco related healthcare costs for all Mainers.

Patient Advocates Applaud Governor Mills on Tobacco Tax Proposal

January 13, 2025
Maine

In proposing to increase Maine’s tax on cigarettes $1 per pack, Governor Mills’ has taken a historic step in the fight to curb tobacco product use among Mainers.

State Contacts

Julia MacDonald
Government Relations Director, Maine
[email protected]
Grace Filer
Grassroots Manager- Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont
[email protected]
(405) 839 7624
Amber Herting
Associate Director, Media Advocacy
[email protected]
508-450-8690

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