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Lansing, Michigan—Americans for Prosperity Michigan (AFP Michigan) today endorsed State Sen. Lana Theis for reelection to the Michigan State Senate. Since 2007, Sen. Theis has been a strong voice in the State Senate, pushing back against corporate bail outs, burdensome regulations, and irresponsible government spending. AFP Michigan will leverage a wide range of tactics, including […]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee (AFP-TN) came out against HB1201, after Speaker Cameron Sexton released the bill that will ban AFP and other grassroots advocacy groups from mentioning candidates in the 60-days leading up to an election, essentially censoring these groups from communicating with voters. AFP-TN State Director Tori Venable released the following statement: […]

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Americans For Prosperity – Illinois (AFP-IL) responded today to the budget approved by the legislature for the next year. Despite lofty promises, the budget fails to provide any permanent tax relief for Illinois families, instead relying on one-time federal COVID relief funds and election year gimmicks. AFP-IL State Director Jason Heffley released […]

Americans for Prosperity Teams Up With Sen. Sonnenberg and Concerned Citizens to File Lawsuit Against Colorado’s SB 21-260 to Restore a Strong TABOR DENVER, CO—Yesterday, Americans for Prosperity (AFP), together with three individuals, including State Senator Jerry Sonnenberg, Michael Fields, president of Advance Colorado Institute, and Richard Orman, former state prosecutor in the 18th Judicial District, […]

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) today announced its support for candidate Bob Carmony (HD-73) in his bid to the Indiana House of Representatives. Carmony has earned the full support of AFP-IN for his commitment to reining in wasteful government spending, lowering the tax burden, and increasing access to the health care Hoosier families […]

LINCOLN, Neb. – Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska (AFP-NE) today announced its support for Nebraska Speaker Mike Hilgers for Attorney General. Hilgers earned the support of the grassroots organization for his demonstrated leadership and commitment to commonsense policy reforms that will help improve the lives of all Nebraskans. AFP-NE State Director Jessica Shelburn issued the following statement: […]
“From overspending in Washington to gas tax holiday gimmicks at the state level, West Virginians deserve real, long-term solutions to make life more affordable.” CHARLESTON, WV – Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) launched “The True Cost of Washington” campaign. The new initiative, which will engage citizens in West Virginia and eight other states over the next […]

The True Cost of Washington campaign will educate Americans in nine states about the truth behind rising costs while offering real solutions to make everyday life more affordable

Calls it a “bold first step” towards full elimination of the state income tax JACKSON, Miss. – Americans for Prosperity – Mississippi (AFP-MS) today thanked Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves for signing HB 531, Mississippi Tax Freedom Act of 2022 which would reduce the state income tax. AFP-MS has advocated for a responsible solution to eliminate the state income tax. […]