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June 22, 2017
Ohio

Columbus, OH–June 22, 2017– This statement can be attributed to Jeff Stephens, director of government relations in Ohio for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). “Today, State Representative Sarah LaTourette introduced legislation to improve the quality of life of cancer patients and their families through palliative care.

June 22, 2017

Washington, D.C., June 22, 2017—Based on a preliminary read of the Senate health bill released today, the proposed legislation appears to significantly weaken the ability of millions of cancer patients, survivors and those at risk for the disease to find and afford adequate, meaningful health care coverage. A statement from

June 22, 2017
New Jersey

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Name: Marc Kaplan American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Cell: (518) 796-1038 Email: [email protected] NJ State Assembly Passes Legislation That Will Protect Youth from Deadly Addiction and Disease ACS CAN Applauds Increase in Tobacco Sales Age from 19 to 21 TRENTON,

June 21, 2017
Montana

Since 2005, Montanans have enjoyed breathing clean air at work and in public. It’s time to further protect citizens and improve public health by protecting them from e-cigarette aerosol. On June 21, the board of health will hear public testimony to consider expanding our smoke-free law to ban e-cigarette use

June 21, 2017
National

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is launching new print and digital ads today highlighting the real risks to cancer patients and survivors posed by pending health care legislation.

June 21, 2017
Louisiana

Louisiana saw two extraordinary sessions to accompany it's 2017 Regular Session. Volunteers from across the state came together for ACS CAN Louisiana's Day at the Capitol event to ensure that cancer would be made a state priority.

June 21, 2017
Montana

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) commends Riverstone Health, which creates public health policy for Yellowstone County, for proposing a new rule to its existing smoke-free air law to prohibit the use of electronic cigarettes anywhere smoking is not allowed, and prohibit smoking including e-cigarette use within 30 feet of building entrances and windows.

June 20, 2017
New York

ALBANY, NY – June 20, 2017 – The New York State Assembly has passed legislation (A.516-a), Rosenthal) to restrict the use of e-cigarettes in public places where combustible cigarettes cannot be used. The bill has already been passed by the New York State Senate and an earlier version had

June 20, 2017
Louisiana

Are you looking to get involved with ACS CAN at a higher level? Would you consider joining our Louisiana Volunteer Leadership Team? If so, we have a spot for you!