New Mexico Cancer Action Center

Welcome to the State of New Mexico ACS CAN Advocacy page. Here, you will be able to find the latest information regarding State & Federal policies initiatives that have an impact on eradicating cancer as we know it, and how you can get involved!

ACS CAN and our volunteer advocates talk to lawmakers at the federal level in Washington DC, the state level here in New Mexico, and the local level in communities across our state. ACS CAN works in New Mexico to encourage elected officials and candidates to make cancer a top legislative priority. Your voice can make a difference!

EVENTS COMING UP: 

Tuesday, October 17th

Learn more about the value, importance, and impact of Hispanic/Latino communities’ participation in cancer research, including clinical trials. Get signed up today! www.fightcancer.org/portufamilia

Learn more about the value, importance, and impact of the participation of Hispanic/Latino communities in cancer research like clinical trials. Register today! This event will be presented in Spanish with live English interpretation. www.fightcancer.org/foryourfamily

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Volunteers at the U.S. Capitol

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Multi-Million Dollar JUUL Settlement Latest Proof One of The Largest E-Cigarette Companies Worked to Addict a New Generation to Tobacco

April 12, 2023
California, Colorado, District Of Columbia, Illinois, Massachusetts, National, New Mexico, New York

Attorneys General for six states and DC today announced a $462 million multi-state settlement to be paid out by JUUL Labs, following an investigation into its underage marketing practices to attract youth to its addictive e-cigarettes.

‘Game-Changing’ Bill Becomes Law in New Mexico, Opening the Door to Precision Medicine for More Patients

April 5, 2023
New Mexico

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 73 Wednesday, expanding access to biomarker testing to more patients statewide. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and its team of volunteers, including cancer survivors, patients, caregivers and partners applaud the Governor and State Legislators for taking this extraordinary step in prioritizing the needs of patients in New Mexico and revolutionizing their access to care.

Cancer Survivors Thank New Mexico State Lawmakers for Passing Biomarker Testing Bill

March 22, 2023
New Mexico

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) applauds members of the New Mexico State Legislature for passing House Bill 73 as the 2023 legislative session wrapped up. With the signature of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, the bill will expand access to biomarker testing statewide, helping to revolutionize cancer care in New Mexico.

Three-time Cancer Survivor Urges Lawmakers to Expand Access to Biomarker Testing

February 8, 2023
New Mexico

Link to video and interview SANTA FE – February 8, 2023 - The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) hosted a ‘Cancer Action Day’ at the state capitol in conjunction with the New Mexico Allied Council on Tobacco (NMACT) , today.

State Contacts

Brian Hummell
Government Relations Director
[email protected]
602.319.8589
Rob Grilley
New Mexico Grassroots Manager
[email protected]
Alex Wiles
Sr. Regional Media Advocacy Manager
[email protected]
702-807-1076

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