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  Arlington, VA – As the federal government shutdown drags on, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is calling out Democrat leadership in Congress for choosing political brinkmanship over responsible governance. Despite a clear path to keep the government open, Democrat leaders opted to shut it down—ignoring the will of the American people and jeopardizing essential services. In a […]

Columbus, OH – Americans for Prosperity–Ohio (AFP–OH) this week submitted testimony before two Ohio House committees in support of legislation advancing long-term fiscal stability and meaningful taxpayer protections. State Director Donovan O’Neil testified before the House Public Insurance and Pensions Committee in support of House Bill 280, sponsored by State Reps. Abrams and Halls, which strengthens […]

HARRISBURG, PA – In case you missed it, Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) State Director Emily Greene published an op-ed in The Philadelphia Inquirer titled “Pennsylvanians should support letting Obamacare tax credits expire,” as the federal government remains shut down over the issue. Greene argues that these subsidies are a major driver of health care inflation and exactly the […]

Fort Wayne, IN – Americans for Prosperity–Indiana (AFP-IN) announced today the launch of a new digital advertising campaign that will run through Election Day, highlighting the real impact of the Northwest Allen County Schools $12 million operating referendum and urging voters to say no to higher property taxes. The ads, which will appear across multiple digital […]

Columbus, OH – Yesterday, Americans for Prosperity—Ohio (AFP-OH) hosted a ceremony to present the Taxpayer Torch Award to Ohio House Speaker Matt Huffman. The award stands to recognize members of the Ohio State Legislature who fight for taxpayers, cut burdensome regulations, and make the Buckeye State freer and more economically prosperous for families and businesses […]

Energy costs aren’t just numbers on a bill. They determine whether families can put food on the table, whether seniors can afford prescriptions, and when businesses can stay competitive or grow. And right now, Washington’s endless permitting process is driving your energy costs higher than ever. What’s the root cause of energy cost increases? Affordable […]

Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) recently reintroduced the Employee Rights Act to champion worker flexibility and allow hard-working Americans to find more pathways to success that will bolster our economy. Congressman Rick Allen (R-GA) is leading the effort on companion legislation in the House. Austen Bannan, Employment Policy Fellow at Americans for Prosperity, released the following […]

ARLINGTON, Va. ― Americans for Prosperity President and CEO Emily Seidel issued the following statement commending the leadership of the Trump administration for their role in brokering today’s historic agreement:    “President Trump and his administration should be commended for their steadfast commitment to peace and the diplomacy that led to today’s historic hostage exchange and […]

Phoenix, AZ — Americans for Prosperity–Arizona is calling on Senators Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly to put politics aside and support a clean continuing resolution to reopen the federal government. With the shutdown dragging on, Arizonans are feeling the consequences—from stalled infrastructure projects to delayed public services—and they deserve better. AFP-AZ State Director Stephen Shadegg […]