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Olympia, WA — Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released a statement regarding SB 6346, an income tax proposal mirrored by Gov. Ferguson’s push for a state-level income tax that would increase the financial burden on Washingtonians. AFP Western Region Director Heather Andrews said:  “Gov. Ferguson’s idea to place heavy burdens on families and small businesses through higher income taxes […]

Pierre, SD — Americans for Prosperity–South Dakota (AFP–SD) criticized lawmakers for voting to defeat Senate Bill 85, which would require school boards to obtain local taxpayer approval before opting out of statutory property tax limits.   “Legislators took a step in the wrong direction by voting against SB 85. Taxpayers deserve a direct say in how they are taxed, especially when […]

CHARLESTON, W.Va.—Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia has released two video ads to help citizens galvanize their voices around two major legislative priorities: cutting personal income taxes and defending school choice by expanding the Hope Scholarship. This five-figure digital ad buy will run statewide and offer citizens the ability to conveniently contact their lawmakers directly about these […]

HARRISBURG, PA – Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) criticized Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed $53.2 billion state budget on Tuesday as an irresponsible spending spree that fails to remedy the state’s $5 billion deficit in response to his address to the Pennsylvania General Assembly. Nick Kerin, AFP-PA deputy state director, gave the following statement:  “Governor Shapiro’s budget is […]

COLUMBIA, SC – Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) released the following statement in response to Governor Henry McMaster’s State of the State address on Wednesday night. AFP-SC State Director Matt Humm issued the following statement: “We thank Governor McMaster for his years of service to the Palmetto State. We were pleased that his final State […]

Dear Lawmaker, On behalf of Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia and our activists across the state, I urge you to support SB 392: 2026 Personal Income Tax Cut. This vote may be recorded in our 2026 session legislative scorecard.   Nine states have cut their income tax rates this year, with more states considering proposals to do […]

LITTLE ROCK, AR- Today, Americans for Prosperity Arkansas (AFP-AR) launches its “Pathway to Zero” initiative, in its boldest plan yet to put money back in the pockets of hardworking Arkansans—by calling for the elimination of the Natural State’s personal state income tax. Ryan Norris, AFP-AR State Director, released the following statement:   “Arkansas has shown what bold leadership from […]

Olympia, Washington— Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released the following statement in response to Governor Ferguson’s State of the State address. AFP Western Region Director Heather Andrews said:  “Governor Ferguson spoke at length about Washington’s resilience and his optimism for the state’s future, but failed to offer solutions to the challenges Washingtonians are facing. Washington […]

TRENTON, NJ – Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released the following statement following Governor Phil Murphy’s final State of the State address. AFP North East Region Director Ross Connolly said:  “After eight years under Governor Murphy, New Jersey is one of the most expensive states for families and businesses. This is causing New Jerseyans to move to […]