National Oncology State Network

03/27/2026

Indiana just took a major step for cancer patients.
HB 1114 stops insurance companies from forcing people with advanced or metastatic cancer to
“fail first” on cheaper drugs before getting the treatment their doctor actually recommends. No more delays. No more unnecessary suffering.
Just timely access to the right medication when it matters most.

03/03/2026

Washington State’s SB 5395, which is currently being reviewed by the House, strengthens prior authorization reforms — helping ensure patients get timely access to the cancer treatments they need without unnecessary delays.

For oncology patients, prior authorization can mean the difference between starting treatment immediately or waiting weeks while paperwork is reviewed. By improving transparency and streamlining the approval process, SB 5395 is a meaningful step toward reducing barriers to care.

02/03/2026

Why this matters for cancer care:
For cancer patients, access to timely, affordable medications—especially specialty and oncology drugs—is critical. Policies like SB 140 help push back against restrictive PBM practices that can limit access to life-saving treatment based on geography or network design.

We continue to advocate for equal access to cancer care across state lines, ensuring patients are never forced to delay or forgo treatment because of where they live or how a network is structured.

🗓 Signed into law: May 6, 2025

StatePolicy EndCancerBarriers

01/15/2026

Our volunteers work together to stay updated on emerging issues across the nation that will impact patients. Check out our website nosn.info for more.

12/23/2025

Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season from all at NOSN!

10/27/2025

NOSN’s pharmacy team meets to discuss emerging issues regarding pharmacy issues, such as drug shortages. Visit our website NOSN.info to learn more.

10/07/2025

Big news in Mississippi breast health:
Under SB 2858 / MS Code § 83-9-403 and HB 1143 (2024), diagnostic & supplemental breast imaging must be covered without cost-sharing, and metastatic cancer patients are protected from “fail-first” insurance mandates.

09/18/2025

💊Arkansas HB 1150 just passed. Starting in 2026, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) can no longer own or run pharmacies in the state.

✔️ This levels the playing field and protects independent & local pharmacies.

For patients fighting cancer, fair + reliable pharmacy access isn’t optional—it’s essential.

08/26/2025

NOSN at in Boston! The NOSN team had a great time meeting like minded people in the field.

08/19/2025

NOSN’s purpose is to keep its members aware of legislation happening across the states that is advocating for better patient care.

08/13/2025

NOSN at the NCSL conference in Boston connecting with other state leaders!

08/05/2025