Press Release
Grassroots group praises new Florida criminal justice reform bill Tallahassee, FL – Americans for Prosperity-Florida (AFP-FL) today commended Senator Jeff Brandes for introducing the Florida First Step Act, legislation modeled off the federal First Step Act which improved federal prison and sentencing policies, and was signed into law at the end of last year. AFP-FL and […]
MANCHESTER, NH – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today offered the following statement relative to House Bill 693, legislation that would create a $10,000 annual levy against any licensed or registered health care practitioner who opted against providing services either uninsured patients or those individuals receiving coverage under the state’s Medicaid program. The legislation will […]
Grassroots group urges Minnesotans to reject gas tax increase BURNSVILLE, MN – With Governor Walz and House Democrats pushing for a gas tax increase, Americans for Prosperity-Minnesota has launched a digital campaign that includes a digital tool which enables Minnesotans to voice their opposition to any proposals to raise the gas tax. The digital ad […]
LINCOLN, NE – Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska today participated in an educational freedom press conference at the capitol. The grassroots group urged the legislature to prioritize educational freedom and seek diverse and inclusive solutions for Nebraskan students, families, and educators. Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska State Director, Jessica Shelburn issued the following statement: “Families know education is the […]
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) today applauds Governor Stitt’s first executive orders that serve to inspire transparency, accountability, and efficiency in our state government. AFP-OK State Director John Tidwell issued the following statement: “We are pleased to see the Governor’s efforts towards increasing transparency, accountability, and efficiency in our state. AFP-OK consistently advocates for […]
CHARLESTON, W.Va.—Today, the State Senate released its plan to reimagine K-12 education in the Mountain State. The Comprehensive Education Reform Act would provide children with educational savings accounts, among other important policies. AFP-WV believes that all children in our state deserve an educational opportunity that best meets their unique needs – one that embraces the […]
Raleigh, NC — Americans for Prosperity-North Carolina (AFP-NC) is urging Senators Tillis and Burr to support a solution that will provide a permanent solution for DREAMERS – instead of short-term protections. The US Senate is scheduled to vote on the proposal today. AFP-NC State Director Chris McCoy issued the following statement: “It’s simple. If lawmakers […]
MADISON, Wis. – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) on Thursday announced the hire of Megan Cramer Novak as Legislative Director as the grassroots group looks to grow its policy work in the years ahead. Novak had previously served as senior policy advisor to Gov. Scott Walker. “I’m thrilled to be part of an organization that drives […]
AFP-NV Urges Senators Rosen and Cortez-Masto to Push for a Permanent Solution for Dreamers to End Shutdown Las Vegas, Nev. – As lawmakers in Washington continue discussions this week to end the government shutdown, Americans for Prosperity-Nevada is urging Senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez-Masto to work together toward a narrow solution that provides a permanent solution for Dreamers – […]
