Press Release

ARLINGTON, VA— Americans for Prosperity (AFP), the nation’s largest grassroots organization, today released a statement on the Biden Administration’s expected announcement to permanently ban oil drilling in some federal waters. AFP Energy Policy Fellow Faith Burns commented: “Thanks to Bidenomics, Americans have paid more to live their everyday lives for nearly four years and voters rejected more […]

HELENA, MT – This week, the Montana Supreme Court upheld a district court decision in Held v. Montana. The ruling states the plaintiffs have a constitutional right to a clean environment. AFP-Montana Deputy State Director Henry Kriegel released the following statement: “Held v. Montana undermines the progress achieved in the Montana State Legislature to streamline […]

Topeka, KS—Today, Americans for Prosperity-Kansas (AFP-KS) announced that Tanner Tempel will take on the role of Deputy State Director for the chapter’s permanent grassroots operations. Tempel’s announcement comes after Jon Lueth’s new opportunity within AFP. Tempel joins AFP-KS State Director Elizabeth Patton in leading Americans for Prosperity’s Kansas chapter. Most recently, the Garden City native served as the Senior […]

COLUMBUS, OH—As Ohio’s 135th General Assembly concludes, Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) reflects on its role in stopping four harmful pieces of legislation and passing four key bills in 2024. Throughout Ohio’s legislative session, AFP-OH has been a champion of commonsense policies and a strong opponent to policies that don’t serve Ohioans’ best interests. These victories […]

DENVER, CO – Due to the failures of the current administration to secure the border, dangerous gang members and other criminals have been allowed to enter into the country illegally. The Denver Post reported a gang-related kidnapping and torture event in Aurora, Colorado. AFP State Director Jesse Mallory released the following statement: “Congress must prioritize […]

Richmond, VA— Today, Americans for Prosperity-Virginia (AFP-VA) applauds Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin’s education plan announcement. Governor Youngkin proposed a new $50 million Virginia Opportunity Scholarship, aimed at expanding education freedom and opportunity for families across the state. As strong advocates for school choice and education opportunity, AFP-VA looks forward to working alongside Governor Youngkin to advance this proposal […]

Arlington, Va. – Americans for Prosperity (AFP), the nation’s largest grassroots organization, today applauded Congress for passing H.R. 115, The Midnight Rules Relief Act, introduced by Congressman Andy Biggs. The Midnight Rules Relief Act enhances congressional oversight of federal agency rulemaking and strengthens Congress’s ability to rein in overreaching regulations. By expanding and streamlining the […]

Nashville, TN—Today, Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee (AFP-TN) officially launched its 2025 “Volunteer Way” legislative agenda ahead of the state legislative session beginning on January 14. This year’s agenda focuses on four key priorities aimed at reigniting the American Dream and protecting the Volunteer Way for future generations: universal school choice, regulatory reforms, banning state-wide property taxes, […]

ARLINGTON, VA— James Valvo, Chief Policy Counsel of Americans for Prosperity Foundation, discussed in Real Clear Policy how two recent Supreme Court decisions have opened doors to limiting government overreach and could inform Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in their efforts to overhaul inefficiencies through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Valvo suggests a methodical approach […]