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CPRIT is Saving Lives in Texas

In 2007, Texas voters authorized $3 billion in taxpayer-funded grants for cancer research and prevention. This wise decision led to the creation of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). Since CPRIT joined the battle against cancer in a Texas-sized way:

  • More than 4 million clinical services have been provided to Texans in every single county
  • A CPRIT scholar received the Nobel Prize in Medicine
  • More than 1,200 grants have been awarded to fund cancer research, product development, and prevention
  • More than 98,000 jobs have been created
  • $10.9 billion in economic activity has been generated
  • Thanks to CPRIT's grants, 12,000 Texans are now aware they have cancer or a likelihood of getting cancer, and can take proactive steps against it

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Support Funding for the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas

Texas is the second-largest funder of cancer research in the nation, thanks to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. Without action from Texas state lawmakers, however, funding for this program is at risk.

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Share Your Story: Fighting Cancer at the Texas Capitol!

 We need your help to get lawmakers in Austin to listen up to our cancer priorities. Share your story and we will work with you to make sure it's heard at the State Capitol.

Fighting Cancer at the Texas Capitol

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State Lawmakers, Cancer Researchers Come Together as CPRIT Faces Uncertain Future

October 23, 2018
Texas

HOUSTON – Oct. 23, 2018 – With an estimated 121,860 Texans receiving a cancer diagnosis this year, it has never been more important to discuss what can be done to prevent suffering and death from cancer. The inaugural American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of Texas Research Breakfast will bring

CPRIT to Announce Liver Cancer Initiative at San Antonio Policy Forum

August 23, 2018
Texas

SAN ANTONIO, Texas – With an estimated 121,860 Texans receiving a cancer diagnosis this year, it has never more important to discuss what can be done to prevent suffering and death from cancer. The fifth annual American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of Texas’ policy forum series will bring together

Fort Worth Cancer Policy Forum Will Check in on Crucial State Prevention Programs

August 16, 2018
Texas

FORT WORTH, Texas – With an estimated 121,860 Texans receiving a cancer diagnosis this year, it has never been more important to discuss what can be done to prevent suffering and death from cancer. The fifth annual American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of Texas policy forum series will bring

Media Advisory: Texas Policy Forum to Examine State’s Leading Role in the Fight Against Cancer

August 14, 2018
Texas

AUSTIN, Texas – With an estimated 121,860 Texans receiving a cancer diagnosis this year, it has never been more important to discuss what can be done to prevent suffering and death from cancer. The fifth annual American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of Texas policy forum series will bring together

Texans Fighting Cancer in DC!

In September, over 40 Texans traveled to DC as part of our national lobby day to pressure Congress to support our cancer priorities.

Texas Events

February 26, 2019
Austin, TX

ACS CAN Texas Day at the Capitol 2019

The Texas Legislature meetings every two years, and ACS CAN is ready to work with Texas lawmakers to ensure Texas continues to be a leader in the fight against cancer. At the Capitol, ACS CAN volunteers and stakeholders will share their stories and urge Texas lawmakers to fully fund the...

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State Contacts

James Gray
Managing Director, Government Relations
[email protected]
512.919.1814
Charlie Gagen
Texas Grassroots Director
[email protected]
512-919-1832
Adrienne Lynch
Senior Regional Media Advocacy Manager
[email protected]
512-919-1822

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Do you have a personal story about how cancer has impacted you or someone you love? Real stories are how ACS CAN ensures that no one becomes a statistic.

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