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MADISON, Wis. – “As lawmakers dive into the 2023 legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges legislators to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Wisconsinites. “The legislature should act to support policies to preserve funding and access to BadgerCare for

ST. PAUL, Minn . – “As lawmakers dive into the 2023 legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges legislators to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Minnesotans. “ACS CAN calls on the legislature to improve coverage of comprehensive biomarker testing,

Kentucky Can and Must Do Better When it Comes to Reducing the Cancer Burden

Kentucky Can and Must Do Better When it Comes to Reducing the Cancer Burden

As lawmakers dive into the 2023 legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges legislators to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Buckeyes.

ALBANY, NY –12.23.22-- Earlier today, Governor Hochul signed two bills into law, both of which address gaps in New Yorkers’ access to affordable, lifesaving care for those facing a cancer diagnosis—or other chronic illness. The two new laws aim to limit out-of-pocket expenses associated with preventative cancer screenings and prescription

A California law ending the sale of menthol cigarettes and most other flavored tobacco products, takes effect on December 21 despite the tobacco industry’s attempts to stop its implementation. In 2020, the State Legislature passed the law aiming to reduce youth tobacco use initiation and address health disparities.