Press Release

LINCOLN, Neb. – Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska (AFP-NE) today announced its endorsement of four state legislative candidates running for re-election this November. These candidates earned the endorsement of AFP-NE through their principled policy leadership and dedication to tackling Nebraska’s greatest challenges. The grassroots organization will support: Suzanne Geist (LD-25), Andrew LaGrone (LD-49), John Lowe (LD-37), and […]

AUSTIN, TX—As the Texas Legislative Budget Board reviews agencies’ budget requests, Americans for Prosperity-Texas (AFP-TX) and The LIBRE Initiative released a joint statement of encouragement for members’ consideration. In a joint statement, the grassroots organizations signaled their support for prioritized government spending no greater than the growth of population plus inflation.  AFP-TX Policy Director Samuel Sheetz […]

Trenton, N.J. – Americans for Prosperity – New Jersey (AFP-NJ) responded to the release of the legislature’s new budget today. The grassroots group hopes to raise awareness of the implications this will have on New Jerseyans. AFP-NJ State Director Tony Howley issued the following statement: “The state government continues to borrow billions of dollars without […]

Arlington, Va. – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) will host a Facebook Live today with AFP President Tim Phillips and AFP Vice President for Legal and Judicial Strategy Casey Mattox to discuss what the organization and its activists would like to see in the next Supreme Court nominee. Previously, AFP activists proudly supported the confirmations of […]

LANSING, Mich. – Americans for Prosperity-Michigan today thanked House and Senate leadership on the heels of a vote to pass a package of bills that would automate and expand the state’s expungement process for people with low-level, non-violent offenses on their record. The grassroots group joined a broad coalition of organizations in support of the […]

Nashville deserves answers Nashville, Tenn. – Following the Nashville Election Commission delaying the vote again on the Nashville Taxpayer Protection Act (NTPA), Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee (AFP-TN) today urged the Nashville Election Commission to verify the NTPA, a voter-led charter amendment to roll back the 34% tax hike and limit future increases to 2%. Metro officials […]

Grassroots group tells Senate “Good Moral Character” clause is unnecessary barrier to work Lansing, Mich. — A little-known clause in Michigan’s licensing and regulatory bureaucracy can stand between hard-working citizens and an opportunity to support their family. Known as the “Good Moral Character” clause, under Michigan law today, the state’s licensing bureau can deny an […]

Arlington, Va. – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) applauded the Department of Labor for proposing a rule intended to protect individuals’ ability to pursue work as independent contractors. Independent contracting allows for flexible work arrangements that empower individuals to pursue meaningful work in a way that fits their lifestyle, create new entrepreneurial opportunities, and improve their […]

Arlington, Va. – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) today called on President Trump to choose a strong constitutionalist to fill the U.S. Supreme Court vacancy left by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s passing. As the nation mourns her loss, the Constitution now charges the president with the responsibility to nominate her successor. AFP urged the president to […]