American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network - Colorado ACS CAN

We are deeply saddened over the sudden passing of our dear colleague and friend, R.J. Ours - Colorado Government Relations Director.

R.J. served for over two decades as a leading advocate who ensured all Coloradans have a fair and equitable chance to fight cancer. His voice was critical in advancing cancer prevention and treatment, statewide. Because of R.J.’s work, to***co prevention and control laws in Colorado are stronger, and more residents have access to care, including Medicaid.

R.J. Ours was an extraordinary member of the ACS CAN family who inspired many others through his commitment to our organization’s mission and was steadfast in his desire to make a difference for cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones. Even more, he was an incredible person who led with compassion, integrity, and kindness.

We send our deepest condolences to the Ours family and loved ones during this very difficult and unexpected time. We look forward to honoring his life and upholding his commitment to ending cancer as we know it.

Every day that goes by without Congress passing a full-year spending bill is
another day lost to expand cancer research to . Thank you to Senator and his office for meeting to discuss protecting and increasing lifesaving cancer research
funding.

Every day that goes by without Congress passing a full-year spending bill is
another day lost to expand cancer research to . please commit to protecting and increasing lifesaving cancer research
funding.

Every breakthrough in cancer treatment and prevention has started with federal
funding. We can’t jeopardize progress and undermine decades of momentum.
we’re urging you to in the full-year
spending bill.

Time is running out for Congress to extend health care tax credits. Lives are on the line. ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

If Congress fails to act, cancer patients like Bethany could have their affordable health insurance terminated and lose access to lifesaving treatments. Has affordable health care helped you get and afford the health care you need?

https://act.fightcancer.org/a/your-story-has-power

A special congratulations to Congresswoman , who received the National Distinguished Advocacy Award at the Leadership Summit and Lobby Day.

A longstanding champion of cancer research, Rep. DeGette introduced and helped pass the 21st Century Cures Act, which was signed into law by President Obama. Since 2019, she has worked to expand this effort with the Cures Act 2.0. This legislation would further strengthen America’s biomedical research.

Rep. DeGette is the ranking member of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health. Additionally, she was the lead sponsor of the VALID Act of 2023, which aims to improve how the FDA regulates clinical lab diagnostics.

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