Press Release
ALBUQUERQUE, NM — Against expectations and despite predictions that the measure would pass, last night the Albuquerque City Council voted 5-4 to reject a proposal that would have placed a gross receipts tax increase on the November ballot. Americans for Prosperity-New Mexico (AFP-NM) activists were there to speak out against higher taxes at a time […]
ARLINGTON, VA— In case you missed it Kurt Couchman, Senior Fellow of Americans for Prosperity, recently published an op-ed with DC Journal arguing that while the Senate’s move to forgo pay during a government shutdown may increase accountability, it is unlikely to meaningfully change congressional incentives. The piece makes the case for the Prevent Government Shutdowns […]
HARRISBURG, PA – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) called on state representatives to block a bill (SB 908) that would expand Pennsylvania’s Prevailing Wage Act, calling it an unfair expansion of government involvement in private labor markets. In addition to issuing a “key vote alert” to lawmakers ahead of Monday’s vote in the House Labor and […]
Madison, WI — The WisDem Convention is officially over, and attendees confirmed via straw poll they want to double down on the failed radical policies of the last eight years. Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) reminded voters that Tom Tiffany is running on a platform that will turn Wisconsin around and ensure prosperity for all Wisconsinites. Tom will restore sanity to the East Wing, lower the cost of living, and expand opportunities for all […]
ARLINGTON, VA— In case you missed it, Freight Waves reported on Americans for Prosperity’s six-figure digital advocacy campaign urging Congress to permanently repeal the Jones Act, a century-old maritime law unnecessarily increases the cost of fuel, food, and energy for American households. The initiative combines targeted online advertising with a nationwide grassroots effort, enabling citizens to […]
ARLINGTON, VA – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) and Concerned Veterans for America (CVA) support the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act introduced by House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.) and Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), on June 10, 2026. This bill finishes the job the MISSION Act started in 2018. It ensures the promise of veterans’ health care choice is reflected […]
FORT WAYNE, IN – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) today voiced opposition to funding for Flock automated license plate reader cameras ahead of a scheduled Fort Wayne City Council vote on July 14. AFP-IN Grassroots Engagement Director Tyler Turnwald issued the following statement: “Fort Wayne residents deserve a full and transparent conversation before government expands its ability to […]
New digital effort mobilizes Americans to demand Congress make the Jones Act waiver permanent — and pushes back on the special-interest misinformation defending a failed, century-old shipping monopoly. ARLINGTON, VA— As reported by Bloomberg Americans for Prosperity (AFP) today launched a six-figure digital campaign calling on Congress to permanently repeal the Jones Act, the century-old shipping mandate […]
COLUMBUS, OH – Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) today applauded the Ohio General Assembly’s passage of Senate Bill 315, legislation that strengthens Medicaid oversight, increases transparency, and protects taxpayer dollars. AFP-OH State Director Donovan O’Neil issued the following statement: “Today’s vote is a win for Ohio taxpayers and the vulnerable Ohioans Medicaid was designed to serve. “S.B. 315 strengthens […]
