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Legislative Action Needed to Expand Access to Biomarker Testing, ‘Game-Changer’ in Fight Against Cancer

January 8, 2025

Nebraska

LINCOLN, Neb . – Statement from Megan Word, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Nebraska government relations director: “As lawmakers dive into the 2025 legislative session, ACS CAN urges lawmakers to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Nebraskans. “ACS CAN calls on the legislature

Nebraska Legislature Must Address Tobacco Crisis

August 8, 2024

Nebraska

Action Needed to Reduce the Burden of Cancer on Nebraskans  

Nebraska Revenue Committee Bill Fails to Address Tobacco Crisis  

March 25, 2024

Nebraska

 Statement from American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Nebraska Government Relations Director Megan Word   LINCOLN, Neb . – “Late last week, the Nebraska Revenue Committee advanced a bill that fails to prioritize reducing Nebraska’s high tobacco burden. The Committee missed an opportunity to improve the health of Nebraskans

Raising cigarette taxes: one of the most effective ways to curb smoking

March 2, 2024

Nebraska

As the new Nebraska government relations director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, I was excited and proud to see Gov. Jim Pillen’s call for a significant increase in Nebraska’s cigarette tax. Data from the American Cancer Society is clear: Meaningful increases in cigarette taxes are one of

2025 Day at the Capitol

Mark your calendar for February 13, 2025 , and plan to join us along with collaborative partners as we advocate for expanding access to biomarker testing for Nebraskans who can benefit. Biomarker testing is one of the most innovative testing methods for cancer today, helping to ensure more patients...