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Lawmakers in Nevada have taken an important step to improve the state’s system of justice. Last month, Governor Steve Sisolak signed AB116, reforming treatment of minor traffic offenses in the state. This legislative change, which will benefit drivers and taxpayers, brings to fruition a multi-year effort by Americans for Prosperity and a number of like-minded […]
As a former county sheriff, Currie Myers understands why some law enforcement officials have reservations about policing “reform.” “The United States has the finest criminal justice system in the world,” he writes in a new opinion piece for Police 1. “This doesn’t mean it’s perfect or that there isn’t room for improvement.” Myers, who is […]
Arlington, Va. – Americans for Prosperity Foundation (AFPF) today heralded the success of its amicus program at the Supreme Court. Of the 12 merits amicus that AFPF filed this year, the Supreme Court ruled for the side AFPF supported in 11 of them, an 11-1 record. This includes 4 unanimous decisions. AFPF itself won a […]
COLUMBIA, SC – Today, Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) announced that Candace Carroll had been promoted to State Director for the chapter. Since installed as interim state director in April, Carroll had various wins, including getting legislation back on track during the final week of the session that will fully repeal certification of need laws […]
Americans for Prosperity believes that our criminal justice system should promote public safety, preserve human dignity, and provide equal justice for all under the law. Accountability is an essential component of justice, but that accountability must be proportional based on the harm caused to a victim or the local community. For example, theft crimes are […]
Guest contributor Karen Anderson, founder of Freelancers Against AB5, shares a cautionary tale from California about small businesses and independent contractors struggling under the weight of punitive fines and fees that could go nationwide if Congress passes the PRO Act. Since its implementation in January 2020, California’s onerous AB 5 law continues to destroy the […]
RICHMOND, VA—Americans for Prosperity-Virginia (AFP-VA) today released a statement applauding the new legislative reforms now taking effect. The grassroots group supported many of these pivotal reforms during this year’s legislative session, all aimed at improving the lives of Virginians across the Commonwealth—or combating bad policy that seeks to undermine hardworking families. Those legislative reforms include: […]
Dear Representatives: On behalf of Americans for Prosperity activists in all 50 states, I urge you to vote “NO” on H.R. 3684, the so-called “INVEST in America Act.” Americans rely on a strong, safe, and modern surface transportation infrastructure to get from one place to another and keep our economy going, and Congress should be […]
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) applauds Gov. Wolf’s decision to sign these two key bills into law will expand access to health care across the Commonwealth. The grassroots group supported these bills that will make temporary waivers and licensure flexibilities proven to be effective during COVID-19 permanent. AFP-PA State Director Ashley Klingensmith […]
