AFP Thanks Senators Alexander, Corker for Helping Pass First Step Act
Dec 19, 2018

Grassroots group applauds passage of monumental criminal justice reform bill NASHVILLE, TN – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee (AFP-TN) celebrated the passage of the FIRST STEP Act, a package of critical criminal justice reforms. AFP-TN also praised Senators Lamar Alexander and Bob Corker for supporting the monumental bill. Americans for Prosperity has been at the forefront of […]

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AFP Thanks Senators Klobuchar, Smith for Helping Pass First Step Act
Dec 19, 2018

Grassroots group applauds passage of monumental criminal justice reform bill BURNSVILLE, MN – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Minnesota (AFP-MN) celebrated the passage of the FIRST STEP Act, a package of critical criminal justice reforms. AFP-MN also praised Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith for supporting the monumental bill. Americans for Prosperity has been at the forefront of […]

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Technology
AFP Urges Support for Nomination of Brendan Carr to FCC
Dec 19, 2018

We urge you to support the nomination of Brendan Carr to the Federal Communications Commission. Commissioner Carr has been a dependable, consistent voice for regulatory reform, protecting consumers, and a culture of permissionless innovation. A year ago, Commissioner Carr voted to restore the internet to its pre-“net neutrality” structure and internet users are now experiencing […]

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AFP Thanks Senators Shaheen, Hassan for Helping Pass First Step Act
Dec 19, 2018

Grassroots group applauds passage of monumental criminal justice reform bill CONCORD, NH – Today, Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) celebrated the passage of the FIRST STEP Act, a package of critical criminal justice reforms. AFP-NH also praised Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Maggie Hassan for supporting the monumental bill. Americans for Prosperity has been at the forefront […]

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Amusement Taxes Pose a Serious Threat for Small Business
Dec 18, 2018

In business, nobody should have a government-created advantage over their competition. Businesses should compete with each other on a level playing field. But in Tennessee, an excessive tax puts many small businesses at a disadvantage. The “amusement” tax is a tax that applies to events and entertainment. In Tennessee’s case, the amusement tax applies to […]

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AFP Commends Senate for Advancing First Step Act, Rejecting Harmful Amendments  
Dec 18, 2018

ARLINGTON, Va. – Americans for Prosperity this evening is applauding a bipartisan Senate majority for advancing the First Step Act, which will improve public safety, reduce crime, save taxpayer money and give those who have paid their debts to society a second chance to become productive, law-abiding citizens. Americans for Prosperity President Tim Phillips issued the following statement: “We are pleased […]

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AFP-FL Hails Richard Corcoran Appointment to Lead Florida Department of Education
Dec 17, 2018

Tallahassee, FL – Americans for Prosperity-FL (AFP-FL), a leading grassroots voice for education freedom, was in attendance today at the confirmation of Richard Corcoran to head the Florida Department of Education. AFP-FL Interim State Director Skylar Zander released the following statement: “All students, regardless of income or zip code, deserve to access to an education […]

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AFP-WI Thanks Senator Ron Johnson for Defending Free Speech
Dec 14, 2018

MADISON, Wis. – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) today launched a paid media effort including digital advertisements thanking Senator Ron Johnson for being a consistent advocate for free speech. Sen. Johnson stood up against S.J. Res 64, which would effectively nullify recent improvements to Internal Revenue Service Rules that help protect personal information from being leaked improperly. […]

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AFP-KY Thanks Senator Mitch McConnell for Defending Free Speech
Dec 14, 2018

FRANKFORT, KY—Americans for Prosperity-Kentucky (AFP-KY) today launched a paid media effort including direct mail and digital advertisements thanking Senator Mitch McConnell for being a constant advocate for free speech. Senator McConnell stood up against S.J. Res 64, which would effectively nullify recent improvements to Internal Revenue Service Rules that help protect personal information from being leaked improperly. AFP-KY is […]

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