Press Release

HELENA, Montana – Americans for Prosperity – Montana and the ACLU of Montana expressed disappointment after Governor Steve Bullock vetoed vital legislation that would protect free expression for students and faculty on Montana’s public college campuses. House Bill 735, The Campus Free Speech Bill, received bipartisan support in the House and the Senate, as well as […]

Arlington, VA – Americans for Prosperity, Freedom Partners Chamber of Commerce, and The LIBRE Initiative today commended President Trump for Monday’s decision to allow an additional 30,000 seasonal workers to return to the U.S. this summer. The groups expressed support for this plan, which helps create a dynamic visa system that prioritizes contributions to fill gaps […]

LINCOLN, NE – Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska (AFP-NE) today urged the legislature to oppose LB289 and support property tax reform that doesn’t include a tax shift or tax increases. LB289 would raise the state sales tax, eliminate sales tax exemptions, and significantly decrease the property tax credit fund. Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska supports an economically efficient tax […]

AUSTIN, Texas – Americans for Prosperity Texas (AFP-TX) announced its support for five bills that will increase government transparency and give Texans greater access to information. “A good government is a transparent one. When citizens have access to information about what their government is doing, they’re able to hold those in power accountable,” said Americans for Prosperity-Texas […]

Arlington, Va. – Americans for Prosperity President Tim Phillips issued the following statement responding to news reports that President Trump intends to increase tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods to 25% this coming Friday. “Hiking tariffs to 25% would have a devastating impact on American consumers and businesses. We continue to urge the […]

Governor Kelly’s plan to force Medicaid expansion into state budget places at risk those who need access to care the most TOPEKA, Kansas – Americans for Prosperity-Kansas (AFP-KS) expressed disappointment today, following the announcement that Governor Kelly will only approve a state budget that includes Medicaid expansion. Medicaid was designed to provide care for vulnerable woman, […]

RICHMOND, Va. – In anticipation of Saturday’s convention, Americans for Prosperity-Virginia (AFP-VA) announced support for Scott Wyatt in the race for Delegate of Virginia’s 97th House District. AFP-VA State Director JC Hernandez issued the following statement: “AFP-Virginia supports Scott Wyatt for the House of Delegates because he understands the importance of enacting innovative solutions that […]

Tallahassee, FL: Americans for Prosperity-Florida (AFP-FL) today applauded the Florida legislature for passing House Bill 7125 (HB7125), a significant first step at reforming Florida’s criminal justice system. AFP-FL believes that a smart on crime and soft on taxpayer approach to our justice system ensures that individuals who have made a mistake are able to successfully re-enter […]

ARLINGTON, Va. – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) today commended the Trump administration and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for finalizing a rule Thursday prohibiting Medicaid payments from being diverted to government unions. Americans for Prosperity Director of Employment Initiatives Erica Jedynak issued the following statement: “Today’s rule change will restore hundreds of millions of dollars […]