Press Release

Arlington, VA — With the House’s passage of the latest funding resolution to reopen the government through the end of January, Americans for Prosperity commends Speaker Johnson and Majority Leader Thune for their steadfast leadership and commitment to putting the needs of the American people above partisan politics. This shutdown—driven by political brinkmanship—placed millions of […]

CARSON CITY, NV — Ahead of the Nevada General Assembly’s special session expected to begin this week, Americans for Prosperity-Nevada (AFP-Nevada) is announcing its opposition to the legislature promoting taxpayer-funded tax credits propping up the film industry in the Battle Born State. AFP-Nevada is dedicated to protecting Nevada taxpayers and ensuring that the state legislature […]

HARRISBURG, PA – Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) celebrated the addition of key energy production and infrastructure permitting reforms in the state budget that passed on Wednesday, despite it coming four months late and billions of dollars over budget. AFP-PA urged lawmakers to include in the budget a repeal of Pennsylvania’s participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas […]

Boise, ID – Americans for Prosperity, the nation’s premier grassroots advocacy powerhouse, is deepening its commitment to Idaho with the official launch of its 37th brick-and-mortar state chapter. After several years of driving policy wins through a regional model and building momentum on the ground, AFP’s expansion, which includes adding full-time staff and establishing a […]

Sterling Heights, MI — Yesterday, Americans for Prosperity–Michigan hosted an engaging discussion with Congressman John James focused on how extending the Working Family Tax Cuts will help Michigan families keep more of what they earn. Rep. James underscored the importance of empowering hardworking families: “Every Michigander deserves the chance to build a life of security […]

Owosso, MI – Last Friday, Americans for Prosperity–Michigan (AFP-MI) hosted a “Pints & Policy” event with special guest Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) to discuss key issues in Washington D.C. and salute veterans ahead of Veterans Day. During the discussion, Congressman Barrett highlighted the positive impact of the Working Families Tax Cuts, noting how these reforms […]

Jackson, MS – Americans for Prosperity–Mississippi (AFP-MS) released the following statement from AFP-MS State Director Starla Brown urging Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann to support the expansion of educational savings accounts. “Across Mississippi, families are asking for greater control over how and where their children learn. Parents know that a one-size-fits-all system does not meet the […]

WASHINGTON, DC – In response to recent reports that Democrat Leadership is continuing to refuse to reopen the government without an expansion of the ACA – the same position they’ve held since the shutdown began. AFP Chief Government Affairs Officer Brent Gardner issued the following statement: “Democrats have been begging Republicans to help them expand COVID-era […]

ARLINGTON, VA — With many Americans hopeful that Democrats would finally end their obstruction and reopen the government, headlines today provide another reminder that this shutdown is all about political leverage. ABC News reports, “Shutdown progress in doubt as Democrats grow emboldened from election wins.” Despite growing public frustration and major disruptions heading into the holiday […]