Commentary

Barry Usher is in his third term representing the Montana House of Representatives’ 40th District. He is chair of the House Judiciary Committee, a member of the Rules and Transportation committees, and majority whip. He also serves on the National Council of State Legislatures (NCSL) Board of Governors. In his five years in the statehouse, […]

“By shifting the focus to students, we will better utilize tax dollars and ensure all our students are on a path to success.”   NASHVILLE, TN — Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) today applauded the legislature for passing a new student-based funding formula, the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement formula (TISA) Act. The bill would drastically reform how Tennessee […]

Hires new Grassroots Engagement Director for central Mississippi JACKSON, MS – Americans for Prosperity – Mississippi (AFP-MS) has announced a new legislative bootcamp for grassroots activists. To run the training and engage Mississippians, AFP-MS has hired Stone Clanton as the Central Mississippi Grassroots Engagement Director. AFP-MS State Director Starla Brown released the following statement: “Our […]

By Sam Peak and Kevin Schmidt Because U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services cannot process visas, requests for work authorizations, and other petitions in a timely manner, our immigration system is dealing with crushing backlogs and delays. This is causing U.S. employers to lose critical employees amid a labor crisis — and costing thousands of people […]

Praises Senate Finance Committee for pulling taxpayer financing for new Titans stadium from bond bill NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee (AFP-TN) today praised the Senate Finance Committee, Senate Majority Leader Jack Johnson, and Senator Joey Hensley for pulling half a billion in taxpayer financing for a new Titans stadium from the bond bill. The governor’s […]

JACKSON, MS — Americans for Prosperity – Mississippi (AFP-MS) held an open house for grassroots activists at its Jackson office this week. AFP-MS State Director Starla Brown released the following statement: “Tuesday’s open house was an opportunity for us to build out a strong grassroots team around the state and connect directly with activists on […]

AFP-KY Coalitions Director shares her experience with a second chance Danville, KY –  Americans for Prosperity- Kentucky (AFP-KY) today issued a statement in recognition of the significance of Second Chance Month. Our criminal justice system should promote both accountability and redemption, which necessitates second chances for individuals with a criminal record. Acquiring a second chance provides […]

“S. 290 would repeal burdensome and counterproductive ‘certificate of need’ laws that place unneeded restrictions on the number of available hospital beds and other critical medical supplies.” COLUMBIA, SC — Americans for Prosperity – South Carolina (AFP-SC) is leading 16 organizations in calling for a full repeal of the state’s “certificate of need” (CON) laws. Ahead […]

“As the 2022 session concludes, our activists set high expectations for the interim legislative session and the session coming in 2023.” Louisville, KY— Americans for Prosperity-Kentucky (AFP-KY) today issued a statement commending the Kentucky General Assembly for its hard work and principled leadership as the 2022 Legislative Session wrapped up last week. Crucial actions include […]