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Topeka, Kan. — Yesterday, the Kansas Senate passes H.B. 2279 with a support of ## votes. This legislation will give Advanced Practice Registered Nurses full practicing authority throughout the state of Kansas. Statement from Americans for Prosperity-Kansas State Director, Elizabeth Patton: “Today, the Kansas Senate passed historic legislation as they continue to lead the way […]

LINCOLN, Neb. – Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska (AFP-NE) today announced its support for candidate Jim Pillen for Nebraska governor. AFP-NE identified Pillen as a principled leader who supports meaningful policy reforms to help tackle the state’s greatest challenges. The group will leverage a wide range of tactics including their signature grassroots mobilization, direct-mail, and digital advertisements […]

After getting to vote for the first time, AFP-KY’s Nikki Rothwell dedicated career to helping fellow Kentuckians receive a second chance  FRANKFORT, KY— Americans for Prosperity-Kentucky (AFP-KY) today issued a statement of support of SB 223, which would restore voting rights for those who have paid their debts to society. With her daughter by her side, […]

“By voting down this measure, the Senate State and Local Committee has ensured that voters will continue to have their voices heard.” NASHVILLE, TN — Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) today applaud the Senate, State, and Local Committee for rejecting SB 2544. The bill would have changed the number of required signatures for a referendum to be […]

Upcoming Events “A New Vision for the Old Dominion” outlines a clear roadmap to break down barriers to opportunity that inhibit Virginians from improving their lives and reaching their full potential. We will continue to focus on promoting economic opportunity for all Virginians, improving education for all students, and promoting a personal option for health […]

ATLANTA – Americans for Prosperity – Georgia (AFP-GA) today applauded House passage of HB 1, the Forming Open and Robust University Minds (FORUM) Act. AFP-GA Deputy State Director Tony West released the following statement:  “Free speech is a fundamental right, and nowhere is that right as crucial as on college campuses. According to research, there are at least […]

Government employs a veritable army of teachers, professors, graduate students, undergraduate work-study students, as well as coaches, teachers’ aides, tutors, and administrators. To what degree can government, as an employer, punish the people it hires for their own personal expression? That’s a live question. The First Amendment protects citizens from the government. The government doesn’t […]

In the home of the brave, more say they are afraid to speak up than ever before. About 40 percent of Americans today report keeping quiet — holding back from expressing their true beliefs for fear of reprisal. This figure is particularly astounding when compared to the 1950s during McCarthyism: Back then, only 13 percent […]

Campaign polling shows voter support; Groups look to spend up to a million for initial push Arlington, VA – Today, The LIBRE Initiative and Americans for Prosperity launched a comprehensive, initial campaign calling on lawmakers to start working toward an immigration solution that addresses pressing issues facing the Country today: security at our border, the […]