“As lawmakers dive into the 2025 legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges legislators to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Hoosiers.
“With smoking remaining the leading cause of preventable death in Indiana and the cause of over a third of Hoosier cancer deaths, ACS CAN calls on the legislature to prioritize legislation that will reduce tobacco use in the state. The state must increase the cigarette tax by $2.00 per pack and increase the tax on all other tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, parallel to the new cigarette tax, which would generate revenue, protect kids, and save lives.
“Furthermore, lawmakers must increase the state's investment to $15 million for programs that prevent tobacco use and help those already addicted quit. In taking these actions, Indiana will take a decisive step towards reducing tobacco use and its devastating toll on our communities.
“Medical debt is a significant burden to those facing cancer. ACS CAN is also asking lawmakers to prioritize legislation that would reduce the burden of medical debt for Hoosiers and prevent patients from incurring medical debt.
“Over 42,000 Hoosiers heard the words, “you have cancer” last year. State lawmakers have an opportunity to lessen the burden of a cancer diagnosis for those who will hear those words in the future.”
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