Press Release
MISSOULA, MT – Americans for Prosperity, the nation’s largest grassroots organization, announced new leadership for the group’s Montana state chapter. Jesse Ramos, who most recently served as Community Engagement Director of the organization, will take the helm as the chapter’s new state director. Ramos’ vast previous experience includes serving on the Missoula City Council, where he […]
Tallahassee, Fla. — Americans for Prosperity-Florida State Director Skylar Zander today issued the following statement after new research from the University of North Florida Public Opinion Research Lab demonstrated voters are not interested in funding the proposed Jacksonville Jaguars stadium renovation project. The potential stadium upgrades would cost local taxpayers close to $1 billion. “Publicly funded sports […]
Richmond, VA – On Wednesday, the Virginia legislature passed a budget containing tax relief for Virginia families and small businesses, ending a months-long impasse. AFP-VA State Director C.J. Sailor released the following statement: “Some tax relief is better than no tax relief at all. Although we are disappointed this process was held up for months, we are glad lawmakers finally […]
Tallahassee, FL—Today, State Representative Danny Perez was formally selected as the next Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives. Upon selection, AFP-FL State Director Skylar Zander made the following statement: “Americans for Prosperity Florida Chapter wants to take a moment to congratulate Speaker Designate Danny Perez who was ceremonially elected to the position of Speaker […]
MADISON, WI. – Upon announcement of the $700 million bill funding renovations and maintenance at American Family Field, AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak made the following statement: “This bailout is a swing and a miss. With most of the funding footed by taxpayers, Wisconsinites are unfairly on the hook for this one-sided sweetheart deal through 2050. […]
ATLANTA, GA – Americans for Prosperity – Georgia (AFP-GA) is celebrating Constitution Day and highlighting our efforts as we continue to empower Georgians to reignite their American Dream. AFP-GA Coalitions Director Jacquelyn Harn released the following statement: “Constitution Day serves as an important reminder to reflect and be thankful for the freedoms and privileges we […]
Phoenix, Arizona—Yesterday, the Biden Administration proposed fundamental changes to U.S. mining laws that would decimate the existing U.S. mining industry and subsequently disrupt the U.S. supply chain for critical mineral production and manufacturing. The proposal would create a variable tax on hard rock minerals extracted from federal lands and create a mine leasing system with more […]
ATLANTA, GA – Ahead of First Lady Jill Biden’s political fundraiser in Atlanta, Americans for Prosperity – Georgia (AFP-GA) criticized her out-of-touch fundraiser—where the cheapest ticket to attend is $1000. AFP-GA Coalitions Director Jacquelyn Harn released the following statement: “First Lady Jill Biden’s second visit to the Peach State for a fundraiser is another slap […]
CHICAGO, IL — Americans for Prosperity- Illinois, a leading advocate for economic freedom and limited government, issued a statement today critiquing the economic policies of the Biden administration during Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign stop in Chicago. As Vice President Harris visits Chicago to promote her agenda, Bidenomics has seen unprecedented levels of government spending. […]
