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Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin (AFP–WI) issued the following statement regarding the negotiated tax package announced this week. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak issued the following statement: “Governor Evers’ 400-year property tax hike veto has made long-term property tax relief difficult. While Republicans have provided hundreds of millions in tax relief over the last decade, Democrats simply […]
Montpelier, Vermont — During National Small Business Week, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is raising concerns about the increasingly difficult environment facing small businesses across Vermont, as lawmakers in Montpelier continue advancing policies that threaten affordability, growth, and opportunity. Despite already ranking among the least competitive tax environments in the country, proposals to raise taxes on small […]
Concord, NH — During National Small Business Week, Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) expressed disappointment with the Senate’s amended version of HB 155, which removed the original Business Enterprise Tax (BET) rate reduction included in the House-passed bill. AFP-NH Deputy State Director Sarah Scott said: “Small Business Week is about recognizing the entrepreneurs and local employers […]
LITTLE ROCK- As this State legislative session comes to an end, Americans for Prosperity Arkansas (AFP-AR) provided a glimpse on what comes next on the road ahead in their “Pathway to Zero” State Income Tax elimination plan. This economic roadmap from AFP-AR has been met with broad support and has a groundswell of support in […]
Trenton, NJ — Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is raising concerns as New Jersey prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. What should be a moment to showcase American freedom and opportunity is instead overshadowed by Governor Sherrill’s temporary tax hikes, unaffordable transit plans, and government mismanagement. AFP Northeast Region Director Ross Connolly said: […]
SPRINGFIELD, IL — In a press conference this morning, Illinois House GOP members Ugaste, Keicher, La Ha, and Sanalitro rolled out a package of bills to prioritize property tax relief for everyday Illinoisans. While the megaproject proposal before the legislature focuses on securing special tax exemptions for millionaire and billionaire developers, House Republicans are focusing […]
Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) applauded Gov. Kevin Stitt on Tuesday for signing recently passed legislation that raises the state’s yearly Parental Choice Tax Credit. The bill raises the cap on the tax credit from $250 million to $275 million, expanding education options for families in the Sooner State. The tax credit, which services tens of thousands of […]
Trenton, NJ—In case you missed it, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) and Jersey 1st criticized Assemblywoman Katie Brennan’s proposed “super-millionaires tax,” unveiled during May Day demonstrations in Jersey City, calling it the latest example of New Jersey lawmakers embracing failed economic policies that punish success, drive investment out of the state, and make life more expensive for […]
NASHVILLE- Americans for Prosperity Tennessee (AFP-TN) is calling out Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s grocery tax gimmick, touting a half-cent cut to local grocery taxes as an attempt at relief for Nashvillians. The move comes one year after hundreds of Nashville taxpayers lined the streets outside the State of the Metro address to protest Mayor O’Connell’s proposed property tax hike. AFP-TN called the […]
