American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Louisiana - ACS CAN

07/23/2026

Update: The House passed the EARLY Act Reauthorization this week!

This important legislation supports CDC programs and services aimed at increasing awareness of breast cancer among young women, particularly those at higher risk. The bill also includes the SCREENS for Cancer Act, which helps ensure women have access to breast and cervical cancer screening, diagnostic, and treatment services.

Thank you to Rep. Miller-Meeks, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor, Rep. Debbie Dingell, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, Rep. Diana Harshbarger, and Congressman Joe Morelle for championing this effort, and to the House of Representatives for advancing this bill.

Enacting this bipartisan legislation could have a critical impact on saving more women’s lives from breast cancer and improving their survivorship. We call on both chambers of Congress to work together and get this important legislation across the finish line.

07/14/2026

💙✨ Lights of Hope – Natchitoches ✨💙

Last weekend,, our Natchitoches community came together along the beautiful Riverfront for a heartfelt Lights of Hope display. More than 60 Lights of Hope bags lined the waterfront, each one dedicated to a loved one who has lost their battle with cancer or is courageously continuing their fight.

The evening served as a touching reminder of the strength, resilience, and hope that exists within our communities. Seeing the lights glow against the riverfront created a meaningful tribute to those impacted by cancer and highlighted the importance of supporting one another through every step of the journey.

We are so grateful to everyone who helped make this event special. We look forward to seeing this beautiful tradition continue to expand in the years ahead.

07/13/2026

Have you been looking for a way to make a difference in your community?

Whether you're a cancer survivor, caregiver, patient, healthcare professional, or simply passionate about advocacy, we'd love to have you join our volunteer team.

Attend our Volunteer Interest Call on July 15 from 6:00-7:00 PM to learn how you can help advance policies that save lives.

Register today: https://act.fightcancer.org/a/july-new-volunteer-orientation-louisiana

07/08/2026

140+ advocates contacted lawmakers.

24 advocates joined us at the Capitol.

Together, we helped pass two important laws that will improve access to care and reduce barriers for patients across Louisiana.

Now we're building momentum for the next fight: protecting cancer research funding.

Join us on July 15 from 6:00-7:00 PM for our Volunteer Interest Call.

Sign up today: https://act.fightcancer.org/a/july-new-volunteer-orientation-louisiana

07/03/2026

We celebrated some big advocacy wins this legislative session, including the passage of:

The Louisiana Medical Debt Protection Act, which caps medical debt interest rates at 3%.

The Prostate Cancer Screening bill, which expands access to prostate cancer screenings for high-risk men.

These victories happened because advocates took action.

Ready to be part of what comes next?

Join our Volunteer Interest Call on July 15 from 6:00-7:00 PM and learn how you can help protect cancer research funding and support lifesaving policies.

Register today: https://act.fightcancer.org/a/july-new-volunteer-orientation-louisiana

07/01/2026

06/17/2026

✨ Ready to keep the momentum going?

As we build on the impact YOU had on the legislative session, we want YOU to join us in our important advocacy work.

📅 Join our Volunteer Interest Call
🗓 Wednesday, July 15
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM

https://act.fightcancer.org/a/july-new-volunteer-orientation-louisiana

If you missed out on engaging with us this session, now’s your chance to jump in. Whether you’ve been an advocate for 10 years or 1 month, you are encouraged to attend the volunteer interest call to learn how you can amplify your cancer-fighting voice in Louisiana and on the national level. Let’s keep fighting for lifesaving policies and stronger, healthier communities, together.

ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

06/17/2026

🎉 Celebrating Big Wins This Legislative Session! 🎉

We’re proud to share the impact we made together this year in Louisiana, and it wouldn’t have been possible without YOU.

✅ New Laws Passed:

Louisiana Medical Debt Protection Act, caps medical debt interest rates at 3%, helping reduce the financial burden of medical debt on individuals and families facing serious health challenges.

The Prostate Cancer Screening bill expands access to prostate cancer screenings for high-risk men, supporting earlier detection when treatment is most effective and outcomes are improved.

💪 People Power in Action:

24 advocates joined us at the Capitol on May 6th to make their voices heard.

140+ people contacted their legislators and took part in the democratic process this session.

This is what grassroots advocacy looks like, and it works!

06/03/2026

We’re almost there, Louisiana!

After a long journey, the Louisiana Medical Debt Protection Act has officially made it through both chambers of the legislature. It’s now headed to the Governor’s desk for the final decision.

This milestone represents real progress for people across our state who’ve had to navigate the stress of medical bills on top of a health crisis. No one plans for medical debt, and this legislation is about creating stronger protections for patients when the unexpected happens.

Now comes the final—and most important—moment.

Ask the Governor to sign the bill into law: https://act.fightcancer.org/a/louisiana-medcial-debt-protection-act

Your support helped move this effort every step of the way. Let’s bring it home for Louisiana families.