Updated AFP Report: Minnesotans Face Nearly $300 More in Gas Taxes Per Year from Federal Gas Tax Hike Proposal
Apr 11, 2019

Grassroots group highlights an updated report that shows how Minnesotans would be affected by a federal gas tax increase BURNSVILLE, MN – Americans for Prosperity today released an updated state-by-state analysis of the real-life consequences of a new, federal 25-cent per gallon tax hike proposal. The release is part of a six-figure campaign across the […]

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AFP: Wisconsinites Take Stand for Rule of Law, Elect Hagedorn
Apr 10, 2019

MADISON, Wis. – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) on Wednesday congratulated Judge Brian Hagedorn on his election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court following Judge Lisa Neubauer’s concession. The group also applauded the incredible effort of its grassroots teams, who had mobilized across the state to have conversations with voters and urge them to vote for Judge […]

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Responding to Governor Murphy’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Budget
Apr 10, 2019

  Dear Chairwoman Pintor Marin, Vice Chairman Burzichelli, and Members of the Committee: As one of the largest grassroots organizations in the nation, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is dedicated to educating citizens on how free market policies lead to more New Jersey residents living their version of the American dream. Through broad-based grassroots outreach, AFP […]

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Micromobility, Scooters Power Florida’s Transportation Capabilities
Apr 10, 2019

AFP-FL applauds House Committee passage of House Bill 453 to empower Floridians to make transportation decisions that fit their needs Tallahassee, Fla: Americans for Prosperity-Florida (AFP-FL), the state’s leading grassroots advocacy group today applauded the passage of House Bill 453, Micromobility Devices and Motorized Scooters, sponsored by State Representative Jackie Toledo (R-Tampa), out of the […]

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AFP: Government Shouldn’t Be Policing Free Speech Online
Apr 10, 2019

Arlington, Va. – Today, the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on The Constitution will hold a hearing focused on allegations that internet companies censor conservative speakers. The hearing, titled “Stifling Free Speech: Technological Censorship and the Public Discourse,” was called by Senator Ted Cruz who has voiced concern over alleged censorship from online platforms. Americans for Prosperity Senior Tech Policy Analyst […]

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House Budget Jeopardizes Economic Growth, Opportunity
Apr 9, 2019

Grassroots group urges legislators to reject House budget that increases spending by $320 million and increases employer and small business taxes CONCORD, NH – Following the House Finance Committee’s budget presentation to the full House, Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today urged members of the House of Representatives to oppose HB 1 & HB 2, […]

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Legislature Acts to Protect Free Speech Rights
Apr 8, 2019

Tennessee Public Participation Act, free speech rights gain legislative approval  NASHVILLE, TN – Americans for Prosperity and the Tennessee Coalition for Open Government today praised the House for passing the Tennessee Public Participation Act. The bill, HB 777, allows judges to dismiss Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) suits that target constitutionally protected speech, requires […]

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Colorado State Capitol
Second Chances for College Applicants Accepted
Apr 8, 2019

DENVER, Colo. – Americans for Prosperity-Colorado (AFP-CO) applauded the Colorado Senate for unanimously passing SB19-170, legislation that will prohibit public colleges and universities from asking about applicants’ criminal history for most charges or K-12 disciplinary records during the initial application process. “Colorado is one step closer to a higher education system that welcomes every individual who wants […]

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AFP-NH Launches Statewide Digital Campaign Protecting New Hampshire Advantage
Apr 5, 2019

Grassroots group urges representatives to continue economic growth and reject reckless budget proposal CONCORD, NH – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today announced a statewide digital ad campaign urging legislators to reject the House Finance Committee’s proposed budget (HB 1) and trailer bill (HB 2), both of which undermine the New Hampshire Advantage. The digital […]

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