Press Release
Arlington, VA – The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Americans for Prosperity (AFP) today announced joint opposition to the EARN IT Act. The measure, introduced by Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), would lead to a so-called “backdoor” in encrypted services, thereby jeopardizing the security of every American. Technology experts and civil society organizations have repeatedly warned that backdoors could be exploited […]
ARLINGTON, Va. – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) issued the following statement commenting on the recent deadline for federal agencies to implement key provisions of President Trump’s Executive Order 13891 on Promoting the Rule of Law Through Improved Agency Guidance Documents, which would help improve accountability and promote good government. February 28 was the deadline for […]
Taxpayers deserve to know how taxpayer dollars are being spent LINCOLN, NE – Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska (AFP-NE) today expressed concern with the lack of transparency displayed by the Appropriations Committee in regard to releasing committee vote records. Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska State Director Jessica Shelburn issued the following statement: “For too long, our Appropriations Committee has […]
Tallahassee, FL – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Florida will launch a wave of digital ads urging state lawmakers to empower advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to use the full scope of their medical training. The legislation would not only expand access to quality health care, it would also save Florida as much as $9.5 billion in […]
Richmond, Va. – Americans for Prosperity-Virginia issued the following statement after Governor Northam signed into law HB 165, a bill originally sponsored by Delegate Patrick Hope, defining and expanding Teledentistry in Virginia.
DES MOINES, Iowa – In an inspiring act of bipartisanship, Iowa lawmakers came together today to pass occupational regulation reform that will enable barbers in Iowa to operate mobile barbershops. Previously, Iowa law prohibited entrepreneurial Iowans from operating mobile barbershops, keeping barbers from bringing their skills to underserved communities across the state. Americans for Prosperity-Iowa State […]
Appellate Court brings more due process, equal justice for state’s judicial system Charleston, WV— Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia (AFP-WV) today announced its support for Senate Bill 275, a bill that establishes an Intermediate Court of Appeals. The grassroots organization has determined that the newest version of the bill language aligns with their vision for a […]
AFP-NE fights to provide path for real, long-term tax relief LINCOLN, NE – Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska (AFP-NE) today announced its support of LB1212, a bill that would give taxpayers more say in how and whether local government entities can raise and spend more taxpayer dollars. AFP-NE is also supporting the framework of LB1213, legislation that […]
TOPEKA, Kansas – Americans for Prosperity-Kansas (AFP-KS) has named Elizabeth Patton as the grassroots group’s new state director. Elizabeth previously served as deputy state director for AFP-KS, building the chapter’s signature grassroots infrastructure and engaging Kansans to drive lasting solutions to the state’s toughest challenges. “I am honored that Americans for Prosperity has tapped me […]
