Qualified Immunity Bill is Needed Step for Improving Policing
Jun 23, 2020

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Following Senator Mike Braun’s introduction of the Reforming Qualified Immunity Act, Americans for Prosperity-Indiana announced its support of this bill that takes a needed step toward improving policing standards. AFP-IN State Director Michael Chartier issued the following statement: “Senator Braun’s quick introduction of legislation to reform qualified immunity is a necessary first […]

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Hoosier Lawmakers Discuss Harms Bailouts Would Have for Hoosiers
May 27, 2020

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) this month held tele-town halls with three members of Indiana’s congressional delegation: U.S. Senator Todd Young and U.S. Representatives Jim Banks and Trey Hollingsworth. AFP-IN and the legislators discussed the $3 trillion spending package that recently passed the House of Representatives and why lawmakers should reject this attempt […]

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Rep. Trey Hollingsworth and Americans for Prosperity Discuss Why We Should Reject Bailouts
May 21, 2020

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) today announced it will host a Facebook live with U.S. Representative Trey Hollingsworth, AFP-IN State Director Michael Chartier, and WSLM Political Commentator Alex Ooley for a conversation on state bailouts and why Congress needs to reject attempts to bail out states for years of fiscal irresponsibility. This month, AFP launched a […]

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Congressman Banks, AFP Discuss Reckless $3 Trillion Bailout Package
May 13, 2020

Grassroots group hosts tele-town hall to oppose massive spending bill INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) announced it will host a tele-town hall with Congressman Jim Banks, Chief Economist at the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) Jonathan Williams, and AFP Director of Grassroots Operations Chase Downham tomorrow, May 14th. They will discuss the $3 […]

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MEDIA ADVISORY: AFP Hosts Facebook Live with Sen. Todd Young on Opposing State Bailouts
May 7, 2020

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) today announced it will host a Facebook live with U.S. Senator Todd Young and AFP President Tim Phillips for a conversation on state bailouts and why Congress needs to reject attempts to bail out states for years of fiscal irresponsibility. Last week, AFP launched a national grassroots campaign to mobilize […]

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ICYMI: Michael Chartier: Gov. Holcomb is rethinking the way Indiana protects public health
Apr 29, 2020

Americans for Prosperity-Indiana State Director Michael Chartier | Indianapolis Business Journal In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, state officials are taking a new and better approach in their efforts to protect public health. Before the outbreak, state government saw restrictions and regulations as the best way to keep the public safe. But it ignored […]

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Indiana Joins Pilot Program for Online Purchases and Grocery Delivery
Apr 27, 2020

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) today commended the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration for participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) pilot program for online purchasing and delivery of groceries. The program makes Amazon and Wal-Mart eligible for food delivery for families who rely on SNAP benefits, expanding safe access to […]

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AFP-Indiana Announces New State Director
Apr 22, 2020

Chartier committed to breaking barriers for every Hoosier INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity-Indiana (AFP-IN) today announced Michael Chartier as its new state director. Chartier joins AFP-IN with an abundance of leadership and policy experience from his nearly eight-year tenure with EdCohice and aide to Governor Mitch Daniels. In his role at EdChoice, Chartier oversaw […]

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White House Report Underscores Need for Antitrust Enforcement to Focus on Consumer Welfare
Mar 2, 2020

Competition and innovation are allowing the American economy to reach unprecedented heights. Since the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, real disposable personal income per household has risen by about $6,000 and employment numbers are higher than they’ve been in decades. Despite this success, many activists and interested parties from across […]

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