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Constitutional Amendment to ban statewide property tax advances for voter approval Nashville, TN – Today, the Tennessee House of Representatives passed SJR1, which will amend the state constitution to ban a statewide property tax. The Senate previously passed the resolution in March. The constitutional amendment will now be pending voters’ approval on the 2026 ballot. With both chambers having passed […]
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 […]
Knoxville, TN–On Saturday, Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee (AFP-TN) hosted a rally featuring Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) and Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs. Over 200 Knoxville residents attended the rally, which centered around the importance of extending the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) to benefit all Tennesseans. Rep. Burchett discussed his work with AFP to fight against taxation. Rep. […]
Nashville, TN – Today, Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) applauds the final passage of the two key pieces of legislation: The Property Rights Protection Act (HB 444/SB 480), and the Voluntary Portable Benefit Plan Act (HB 494/SB 1377). These landmark pieces of legislation strengthen prosperity and individual freedom across Tennessee. The Voluntary Portable Benefit Plan passed the House […]
Nashville, TN – This evening, Governor Bill Lee signed the Education Freedom Act into law, a major victory for Tennessee families and students across the Volunteer State. The law gives families access to universal school choice regardless of income level, and it goes into effect immediately, ahead of the 2025-2026 school year. AFP-TN State Director […]
Nashville, TN – Tonight, Governor Bill Lee delivered his State of the State address, outlining his legislative priorities for the 114th General Assembly, focused on prioritizing education freedom and economic growth. Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) applauds Gov. Lee’s goals for the legislature, which closely align with AFP’s “Volunteer Way” legislative agenda. AFP-TN State […]
Education Freedom Act Passes Legislature Nashville, TN – Today, in a resounding victory for educational freedom, the Education Freedom Act (SB 6001/ HB 6004) passed both the House and Senate floors. Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) applauds the General Assembly for passing this transformative piece of legislation, which will expand Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) to […]
Senate and House Education Committees Advance School Choice Legislation Nashville, TN – Today, Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) applauds the advancement of Governor Bill Lee’s Education Freedom Act (SB 6001/ HB 6004). This bill extends school choice to every child across Tennessee, empowering Tennessee families with more education options to achieve academic success. The […]
Knoxville, TN – Today, Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) proudly congratulates Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) on joining the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Committee. As a strong advocate for limited government and fiscal responsibility, Rep. Burchett will make a valuable addition to the new committee. AFP-TN has worked extensively alongside Rep. Burchett since his tenure […]
