AFP, Jersey 1st Applauds New Jersey’s Bipartisan Step Toward Energy Abundance
Apr 10, 2026

Trenton, NJ—Americans for Prosperity (AFP) and Jersey 1st applaud Governor Sherrill and a bipartisan group of New Jersey lawmakers for advancing S-3870, legislation that updates the state’s permitting framework for nuclear energy facilities and opens the door to expanded, reliable energy production. This legislation lifts a decades-old, 40-year moratorium on nuclear energy. By removing outdated […]

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ICYMI: AFP, Jersey 1st Host Fireside Chat with Guy Benson on Reigniting the American Dream
Apr 7, 2026

Forked River, NJ—Last week, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) and Jersey 1st hosted a fireside chat with Guy Benson on reigniting the American Dream ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. The conversation highlighted the enduring importance of life, liberty, and opportunity, while bringing together leaders committed to advancing policies that expand freedom and prosperity for future generations. AFP Northeast Region Director Ross […]

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AFP Supports NJPI Pork Roll Report Highlighting Trenton’s Overspending
Mar 13, 2026

Trenton, NJ — Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) applauds the New Jersey Policy Institute’s Pork Roll Report that highlights the long-term growth of the state’s budget, including factors that have driven the increase. This week, Governor Mikie Sherrill proposed a budget that is 1.6 percent higher than last year’s $58.8 billion spending plan, despite the state […]

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AFP, Jersey 1st Responds to Mikie Sherrill Budget: New Jersey Can’t Spend Its Way Out of a Budget Gap
Mar 10, 2026

Trenton, NJ—Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) and Jersey 1st released the following statement in response to Governor Mikie Sherrill’s state budget address.  New Jersey currently faces a $3 billion deficit, yet the governor’s budget increases and adds funding to several programs. AFP Northeast Regional Director Ross Connolly and Jersey 1st President and Founder Rosemary Becchi released […]

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AFP and Jersey 1st Defend Homeschool Freedom Against Overreach During National School Choice Week
Jan 30, 2026

Trenton, NJ — With National School Choice Week underway, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) celebrates school choice to ensure parents can customize their students’ educational options that best suit their needs. In the Garden State, homeschooling empowers thousands of families to deliver personalized, values-driven education. New Jersey’s light-touch regulations have protected this core parental right, allowing […]

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AFP Reacts to the Inauguration of Gov. Sherrill, Urges Action to Make New Jersey Affordable
Jan 20, 2026

TRENTON, NJ – Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released the following statement following the Inauguration of New Jersey’s 57th Governor, Mikie Sherrill. AFP Northeast Region Director Ross Connolly said:  “Governor Sherrill ran a campaign centered around affordability, promising to get New Jersey back on track. As she takes the oath of office, the Governor has the […]

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AFP Releases Statement Following Governor Phil Murphy’s Final State of the State
Jan 14, 2026

TRENTON, NJ – Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released the following statement following Governor Phil Murphy’s final State of the State address. AFP North East Region Director Ross Connolly said:  “After eight years under Governor Murphy, New Jersey is one of the most expensive states for families and businesses. This is causing New Jerseyans to move to […]

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AFP Calls out Governor Murphy’s Non-Answer on New Jersey Independent Contractor Proposal 
Oct 7, 2025

Trenton, NJ – In response to Governor Murphy declining to comment on a proposal that could reclassify independent contractors as regular employees, Americans for Prosperity-NJ (AFP-NJ) is calling on the state’s Democratic leadership to take a clear stand and commit to reducing government oversight and expanding economic opportunity for New Jerseyans. AFP Northeast Regional Director […]

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AFP and Jersey 1st Call Out Failed Policies that Led to Higher Taxes and Out of Control Spending in Garden State 
Oct 2, 2025

Trenton, NJ — This week, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) and Jersey 1st released mailers highlighting a state-wide affordability campaign launched early this year focused on promoting economic freedom and opportunity for Garden State residents.The Pathway to Garden State Prosperity campaign calls on lawmakers to put New Jerseyans first by changing course from failed policies that […]

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