Press Release

Concord, NH — During National Small Business Week, Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) expressed disappointment with the Senate’s amended version of HB 155, which removed the original Business Enterprise Tax (BET) rate reduction included in the House-passed bill. AFP-NH Deputy State Director Sarah Scott said:  “Small Business Week is about recognizing the entrepreneurs and local employers […]

COLUMBIA, SC – Last night, the South Carolina Senate passed the Small Business Regulatory Freedom Act (H. 3021) with unanimous support. Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) has been a strong champion of this bill and held a press conference in January with small business owners to encourage legislators to get this bill passed this session. AFP-SC State […]

Concord, NH — Today, Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) applauded the passage of HB 1268, which will update state law governing home education programs. HB 1268 modernizes New Hampshire’s home education laws by reducing unnecessary mandates on families while reaffirming parents’ primary role in directing their children’s education. AFP-NH Deputy State Director Sarah Scott said:  “Just this week, neighboring Connecticut […]

Arlington, VA— Americans are struggling with rising costs for energy, groceries, housing, and other essentials — and outdated policies in Washington are making it worse. In a new op-ed published by DC Journal, AFP Vice President of External Affairs Katelyn Bledsoe explains why repealing the Jones Act would help lower costs, strengthen supply chains, and allow […]

DENVER, CO — As the 2026 legislative session draws to a close, Americans for Prosperity-Colorado (AFP-CO) is urging Governor Jared Polis to veto HB26-1005, an anti-worker rights bill that undermines long-standing worker protections and strips employees of their freedom to choose whether union representation is right for them. AFP-CO Deputy State Director Brittany Trujillo issued […]

LITTLE ROCK- As this State legislative session comes to an end, Americans for Prosperity Arkansas (AFP-AR) provided a glimpse on what comes next on the road ahead in their “Pathway to Zero” State Income Tax elimination plan.  This economic roadmap from AFP-AR has been met with broad support and has a groundswell of support in […]

HARRISBURG, PA – Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) called on the state House of Representatives to pass a major housing reform on Monday to lower the cost of living for millions of hardworking Pennsylvanians. AFP-PA issued a “key vote alert” to House members on Monday to support the bill (HD 2186) that would legalize accessory dwelling units […]

Trenton, NJ — Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is raising concerns as New Jersey prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. What should be a moment to showcase American freedom and opportunity is instead overshadowed by Governor Sherrill’s temporary tax hikes, unaffordable transit plans, and government mismanagement. AFP Northeast Region Director Ross Connolly said: […]

The Jones Act is a “costly, counterproductive barrier to efficient commerce.  Its repeal is long overdue.” Arlington, VA – A coalition of national and state-based organizations, spearheaded by Americans for Prosperity, today sent a letter to Congress urging it to make President Trump’s Jones Act waiver permanent “by repealing this outdated law.” “The current U.S.-Iran […]