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DES MOINES, Iowa – This week, Americans for Prosperity-Iowa (AFP-IA) attended the bill signing for HF 2431, the Food Freedom Act. This bill expands the varieties of homemade food that home-based food producers can sell. Wyoming, North Dakota, Montana, Utah and Oklahoma have successfully enacted similar laws to expand food freedom, create jobs, and boost […]
Arlington, VA –Grassroots activists from 35 states, in an event organized by the non-partisan and non-profit Americans for Prosperity (AFP), embarked on Capitol Hill this week with a critical message for lawmakers: inflation is choking American families, and current government policies are a big part of the cause. As a key part of AFP’s “True […]
Americans for Prosperity’s sister organization, Americans for Prosperity Foundation, filed a public comment on May 17 with the Institute for the American Worker (i4AW) in opposition to a U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) proposed rule to modify how Davis-Bacon prevailing wages are calculated and which workers the federal requirements apply to. What are prevailing wages and the Davis-Bacon Act? […]
“As the 2022 session concludes, our activists set high expectations for the interim legislative session and the session coming in 2023.” Louisville, KY— Americans for Prosperity-Kentucky (AFP-KY) today issued a statement commending the Kentucky General Assembly for its hard work and principled leadership as the 2022 Legislative Session wrapped up last week. Crucial actions include […]
Calls it a “bold first step” towards full elimination of the state income tax JACKSON, Miss. – Americans for Prosperity – Mississippi (AFP-MS) today thanked Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves for signing HB 531, Mississippi Tax Freedom Act of 2022 which would reduce the state income tax. AFP-MS has advocated for a responsible solution to eliminate the state income tax. […]
The president’s budget misses the mark, proposes higher taxes and more government spending at a time when Americans need policies that fuel energy abundance, control inflation, and advance financial security
“This bill will allow beekeepers who produce small quantities of honey to more easily sell their goods.” COLUMBIA, SC — Americans for Prosperity – South Carolina (AFP-SC) today applauded Senate passage of S.961, a bill that would remove burdensome regulations around making and selling honey at home. AFP-SC State Director Candace Carroll released the following statement: “During the pandemic, […]
“State and local laws are outdated and a serious obstacle for Georgians looking to start or expand their own food truck business.” ATLANTA – Americans for Prosperity – Georgia (AFP-GA) today applauded Representative Houston Gaines (R-117) for introducing HB 1443. The bill will streamline the regulatory process around food trucks to help Georgians build and […]
“These popular services offer a real opportunity for aspiring beauty entrepreneurs to launch their own small business, but the current licensing requirements discourage many from trying.” ATLANTA – Americans for Prosperity – Georgia (AFP-GA) today praised Representative Beth Camp (R-Concord) for introducing House Bill 1231, the Niche Beauty Services Opportunity Act. This legislation would reduce […]
