NJ Senator Troy Singleton Honored!

In recognition of his legislative efforts and leadership in the fight against cancer, Senator Troy Singleton received the 2025 National Distinguished Advocacy Award from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in Washington D.C. in mid-September.

Senator Singleton has consistently championed legislation to advance the fight against cancer. In 2022, he sponsored a law to expand access to periodic cancer screenings for firefighters. Most recently in April, Governor Murphy enacted another bill sponsored by Singleton that requires insurance providers to cover biomarker testing. He has additionally introduced legislation to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for prostate cancer screenings.

“Roughly 2 million Americans receive a cancer diagnosis each year, with the disease ultimately taking over 600,000 Americans away from their families and friends annually,” said Singleton, “Almost everyone will at some point be personally impacted by cancer, whether it be their own diagnosis or that of a loved one. Having seen my father lose his battle to cancer in 2015, I know firsthand how devastating it can be.”

Singleton also annually participates in the ACS CAN’s Cancer Action Week where he has been a keynote speaker and meets in-person with advocates. He has supported local cancer initiatives such as the Jadon Strong Foundation, which assists families facing pediatric brain cancer, and contributed volunteers annually to the Relay for Life event in Cinnaminson.

“It is an honor to receive this recognition from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and to continue my work with them as a partner in the fight against cancer. It is my hope and dream to one day see a world without cancer,” continued Singleton. “Until that day comes, I will never stop doing my part to raise awareness and provide access to the care that individuals and families need to win their battles against this terrible disease.”