Oct 11, 2023 | Bill, In the Media, Trustees
The scars left by cancer run deep. I still remember the day I learned that my father had been diagnosed with lung cancer. It’s a pain that never truly goes away, especially when he eventually lost his battle. This personal tragedy has ignited a spark in me,...
Aug 13, 2023 | Bill, HB 435, HB 578, Legislation, Press Release, SB 200, Scientific Advisory Board, Trustees
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana — Last week our CAGLA Team attended a bill signing ceremony with Governor Jon Bel Edwards in Baton Rouge at the State Capitol. The three CAGLA bills signed at this ceremony by Governor Edwards were 1) HB 435 – CAR-T Bill by Rep. Aimee Freeman,...
Jul 7, 2023 | Bill, HB 578, In the Media, Legislation
People in Louisiana who want to stop smoking will be able to take advantage of a six-month smoking cessation treatment provided by health insurers beginning August 1 – under a new law signed by Governor John Bel Edwards. Cancer Advocacy Group Executive Director Chad...
Jul 3, 2023 | Bill, HB 578, In the Media, Legislation, Trustees
Louisiana residents looking to quit smoking will now get six months of treatment if they’re covered by health insurance under a new law signed by Gov. John Bel Edwards. Introduced by state Rep. Cedric Glover, D-Shreveport, House Bill 578 requires any health care plan...
Jun 28, 2023 | Bill, Legislation, SB 200, Scientific Advisory Board
LSU Neuroendocrine Cancer Program Director, Dr. Mary Maluccio, recently testified before the State Labor committee with Senator Duplessis in favor of SB 200 to protect employee rights to cancer screening. The bill is now headed to the Senate floor for a vote....
May 12, 2023 | Bill, In the Media, Legislation, Trustees
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