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Suppose you earned $26,000 last year, but you spent $32,000 — meaning you borrowed $6,000, which you now have to pay interest on. Most people would say that you’re not living within your means. What’s more, since you you’ve already racked up $168,000 in debt, you’ve been at this overspending thing for a while. Clearly, […]

Washington, D.C., is buzzing about Section 230 — internet regulations within the Communications Decency Act. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have proposed reforming Section 230 to give government a greater hand in controlling online speech. That dangerous path could lead to free-speech infringements that would change the internet as we know it for […]

AFP-FL applauds Governor for signing ‘certificate of need’ repeal and telehealth Tallahassee, FL – Americans for Prosperity-Florida, the state’s leading grassroots advocate for improving access to quality health care, is applauding Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for signing two critical pieces of health care legislation: telehealth and the repeal of certificate of need (CON). The repeal […]

For millions of Americans like Mark Janus, it means finally having a say over the use of the money they earned. Each paycheck, government workers in many states would notice that some of their hard-earned money was deducted for union dues. It didn’t matter whether they had joined a union — they still had to […]

We believe an open government is key to unlocking progress in many areas of public policy. Information empowers individuals to engage on issues they’re passionate about and hold those in power accountable. Consider the alternative: a government that operates largely behind closed doors. Without access to records, researchers can’t effectively study our criminal justice system. […]

The Americans for Prosperity – Florida team put the pedal to the metal during the 2019 legislative session. And the two months of hard work certainly paid off. Policy victories in health care, education, criminal justice reform, corporate welfare and technology are helping to keep the Sunshine State on the right path. Here’s a breakdown […]

Proponents of the Export-Import Bank claim that the bank’s issuance of loans and guarantees to large companies is essential to international competitiveness and a thriving American economy. According to a new study from the Mercatus Center, that claim isn’t true. The bank has shrunk — for the better While the Senate confirmed new directors — which are necessary to approve massive loans — to the Ex-Im Board this month, the bank has […]

Tallahassee, FL: Americans for Prosperity-Florida (AFP-FL) today applauded the Florida legislature for passing House Bill 7125 (HB7125), a significant first step at reforming Florida’s criminal justice system. AFP-FL believes that a smart on crime and soft on taxpayer approach to our justice system ensures that individuals who have made a mistake are able to successfully re-enter […]

Grassroots group strives to ensure every Florida student has the access to best education opportunities Tallahassee, FL – Americans for Prosperity-Florida (AFP-FL), the state’s biggest grassroots advocates for empowering students with the best educational opportunities, today praised Florida lawmakers for passing legislation that will give more students the opportunity to fulfill their potential. Senate Bill […]