Governor Signs AFP-Backed Telemedicine Legislation
Mar 6, 2019

RICHMOND, Va. – Following the Governor signing AFP-backed telemedicine legislation into law, Americans for Prosperity-Virginia issued the following statement: “Telemedicine allows people to access health care services and clinical information remotely through their smartphone, smartwatch, computer, or wearable device. This is a game changer for Virginians – especially those in rural parts of the Commonwealth – […]

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H.R. 1 Would Keep All Voices From Being Heard 
Mar 6, 2019

Arlington, VA – Americans for Prosperity President Tim Phillips issued the following statement urging lawmakers in the House of Representatives to vote against H.R. 1 and continue to find better ways to strengthen our democracy by protecting free expression and the diversity of voices in civic life. “Democracy thrives when it’s easier for all voices to […]

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New Ad Encourages Sen. Enzi to Oppose Tariffs, Support Bipartisan Trade Bill
Mar 6, 2019

ARLINGTON, VA – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) today announced the launch of a new, digital advertisement campaign urging U.S. Senator Mike Enzi to support S. 287, the Bicameral Congressional Trade Authority Act, which would give Congress a vote on certain tariffs proposed by a president before they can take effect. AFP has endorsed S. 287, […]

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AFP-MI: Michigan should increase opportunity, not taxes
Mar 5, 2019

Lansing, Mich. – Americans for Prosperity-Michigan (AFP-MI) State Director Annie Patnaude on Tuesday released the following statement following Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s budget address: “Make no mistake, tripling the gas tax will hit Michiganders hard, particularly those who can least afford it. Voters soundly rejected these ideas when they defeated Proposal 1 by a 4-to-1 margin and made it clear policymakers […]

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AFP-WI Ad Campaign Thanks Reps. Kind and Gallagher, Targets Tariffs
Mar 5, 2019

MADISON, Wis.  – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) today announced a new, digital ad campaign thanking Representatives Ron Kind (D-03) and Mike Gallagher (R-08) for introducing the Bicameral Congressional Trade Authority Act (H.R. 940) and encouraging key lawmakers to cosponsor the bipartisan legislation. The bill would give Congress a vote on certain tariffs proposed by a […]

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AFP’s Statement on Governor’s Accountability Reform Plan
Mar 5, 2019

AFP-OK State Director John Tidwell issued the following statement:  “Oklahomans deserve a say in how government regulations, which impact their everyday activities, are made. The agreement reached today provide increased transparency and reforms how their hard-earned tax dollars- are spent. Today, we are one step closer to becoming a customer-focused state government.”

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AFP Applauds Senate Confirmation of Allison Rushing 
Mar 5, 2019

ARLINGTON, Va. – Following Senate confirmation of Allison Rushing to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, Americans for Prosperity President Tim Phillips issued the following statement: “Allison Rushing is highly qualified, will respect the rule of law, and exercise judicial restraint on the U.S. Court of Appeals. Ms. Rushing understands the […]

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AFP-MO: Property Rights Wrongfully Denied
Mar 5, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Americans for Prosperity-Missouri (AFP-MO) expressed disappointment Tuesday after the House Rules Committee voted to kill a widely supported civil asset forfeiture bill. HB 444, sponsored by criminal justice reform champion Rep. Shamed Dogan, would have ended the practice of local and state law enforcement using a loophole to get around the state’s proper […]

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AFP-IL Ad Campaign Thanks Rep. LaHood, Targets Tariffs
Mar 5, 2019

NAPERVILLE, Ill.  – Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-IL) today announced a new, digital ad campaign thanking Rep. Darin LaHood for introducing the Bicameral Congressional Trade Authority Act (H.R. 940). The ad campaign also encourages Rep. Danny Davis to cosponsor the legislation. The bill would give Congress a vote on certain tariffs proposed by a president before […]

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