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JACKSON, MS—Americans for Prosperity-Mississippi (AFP-MS) today responded to the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure’s decision to backtrack part of their previous ruling that allowed Mississippians to use telemedicine to access health care from the safety of their homes. The board originally expanded access to care by allowing physicians licensed in other states to treat […]
Last night, Americans for Prosperity held a Teletownhall to discuss federal and state responses to the coronavirus pandemic. Hosts Tim Phillips, Emily Seidel, and Brent Gardner covered everything from the Senate pandemic relief bill to the emergency reforms states are passing to make sure health care is more readily available to those who need it. The Senate relief bill was, for the […]
BISMARCK, ND—Americans for Prosperity-North Dakota (AFP-ND) today commends Governor Doug Burgum and the Department of Health for their decisive leadership in addressing the legitimate public safety and economic challenges North Dakotans may face at the hands of COVID-19. AFP-ND recently released a letter addressed to Gov. Burgum outlining its support. Gov. Burgum’s recent efforts included removing […]
Harrisburg, PA – Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) today commended the Governor and state officials for recent actions taken this week to limit burdensome regulations on our health care professionals during the COVID-19 emergency. State Director Ashley Klingensmith issued the following statement: “We’re thankful to see the Governor and state agencies taking appropriate measures to enable […]
CHARLESTON, WV – Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia (AFP-WV) today urged Governor Justice to suspend Certificate of Need (CON) laws and help increase access to health care equipment and services for West Virginians. The grassroots group will soon be releasing digital ads that will connect West Virginians with the governor’s office, encouraging him to utilize his […]
Richmond, VA – Americans for Prosperity-Virginia (AFP-VA) released the following statement in response to Governor Ralph Northam’s statewide closure of non-essential businesses. “Broad business closures across the Commonwealth are not in the best interest of our residents,” said State Director JC Hernandez. “Governor Northam should allow businesses to continue to adapt and innovate in these […]
Use the tools in this digital toolkit which includes social media copy, images, and even participate in our video social media challenge to engage with COVID-19 Phase III! Take Action Tell House Members to put #PeopleOverPolitics by signing this letter. Personally ask 10 of your friends to also sign this letter to House Members to put people […]
It’s a question on everyone’s mind: What should lawmakers do to respond to the spread of COVID-19? Americans for Prosperity’s Russ Latino joins host Jason Flohrs for a discussion you need to hear about what the feds have already done, what they’re considering next, and in some cases, what they shouldn’t be doing at all. […]
Raleigh, NC – Americans for Prosperity-North Carolina (AFP-NC) today released the following statement in response to Governor Cooper’s decision to ease Certificate-of-Need restrictions. “Governor Cooper has taken a step in the right direction by relaxing restrictions and giving hospitals more capability and authority to add the hospital beds they need without being bogged down in […]
