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Rising energy costs are hitting American families and businesses hard. Higher utility bills, pricier commutes — energy costs are making everything more expensive. And one big issue is making everything worse: an outdated, inefficient, and overly complicated federal permitting process. For energy companies, it often takes longer to navigate the bureaucratic hoops than to actually […]
FRANKFORT, KY – Yesterday, the Kentucky House and Senate voted to override Governor Andy Beshear’s veto of H.B. 6, a bill that coincides with the Regulations From The Executive In Need Of Scrutiny (REINS) Act, and S.B. 84, a bill that proposes changes to how Kentucky courts should review actions taken by state agencies. These monumental pieces of […]
SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Utah (AFP-UT) celebrated Governor Spencer Cox’s signature on H.B. 474, making Utah the sixth state in the nation to implement this kind of legislative check on the bureaucracy to prevent expensive regulations. The bill will make the Utah legislature vote on rules with a projected impact of $2 […]
Columbia, SC—Following the introduction of H. 4216 which would flatten the 6.2% income tax rate to 3.99% by the end of 2026 then gradually reduce to 2.49% over time, Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) announced a sweeping six-figure investment behind the legislation. As part of AFP-SC’s investment, the grassroots organization will utilize door knocking, mail, digital […]
Topeka, KS—Americans for Prosperity-Kansas (AFP-KS) is applauding the state legislature for its work towards fiscal responsibility and delivering economic relief for taxpayers with the passage of SB 269. This legislation will usher in responsible, sustainable tax reform which allows excess revenue to reduce tax rates until the income tax rate reaches a low, flat rate […]
Jackson, MS—Today, Americans for Prosperity-Mississippi (AFP-MS) is applauding the Governor for signing HB 1 into law which will reduce and gradually phase out the state income tax. AFP-MS said that HB 1 is a pro-taxpayer bill that phases out the income tax on work by utilizing a responsible revenue trigger. This legislation also supports infrastructure funding to ensure […]
Concord, NH—Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today celebrated New Hampshire House’s passage of House Bill 548, legislation allowing licensing for facilities exclusively receiving direct payments for services. This measure will significantly reduce costs for providers and patients, fostering expanded healthcare access and increased healthcare innovation. Under current law, in order to receive a healthcare facilities […]
Birmingham, AL—In case you missed it, Americans for Prosperity-Alabama (AFP-AL) recently spoke at the Greater Birmingham Young Republicans (GBYR) March meeting and shared how Alabama families federal tax bill could raise by $2,127 if the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) expires this year. AFP’s national Protect Prosperity campaign educates voters around the country about […]
Senate Passes SJR1 with 2/3 Majority Nashville, TN – Yesterday, the Tennessee Senate passed SJR001, which will amend the constitution to put a ban on statewide property taxes. To pass, SJR001 needed a 2/3 majority support of the Senate. It will be on the ballot for voters’ approval in 2026. AFP-TN State Director Tori Venable released the following statement: “We […]
