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September 22, 2026
National

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) today expressed deep concern following media reports of a new planned executive order placing greater political control over research grant decisions at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

September 21, 2026
National

With more than 2 million Americans expected to be diagnosed with cancer this year, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) today announced the launch of a digital and print advertising campaign across 17 states as part of ACS CAN’s Cancer Votes program to ensure cancer remains a national priority in the 2026 midterm elections.

September 14, 2026
National

More than 750 cancer patients, survivors and advocates from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Guam and Puerto Rico, will be on Capitol Hill this week.

September 10, 2026
National

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBRA) includes provisions requiring individuals who receive insurance coverage through the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) Medicaid expansion to complete at least 80 hours per month of work or other qualifying community engagement (known as “Medicaid work requirements”). The statute includes an

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