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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 […]

Nashville, TN – Today, the Tennessee House adopted a rules package with a major transparency win. The rules package included an amendment requiring House committee votes to be recorded, significantly increasing transparency in the legislative process. Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) celebrates this victory, having led the charge for this reform since 2020. This […]

Nashville, TN – Yesterday, Americans for Prosperity-Tennessee (AFP-TN) hosted a gathering at the State Capitol to celebrate the start of the 114th General Assembly. More than 60 grassroots activists from across the state gathered at the Capitol to advocate for policy priorities aimed at building a stronger and more prosperous Tennessee. AFP’s ‘Volunteer Way’ legislative […]

NASHVILLE, TN – Today, Americans for Prosperity – Tennessee (AFP-TN) announced their launch of a statewide school choice ad campaign featuring Senator Marsha Blackburn and Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs. The ad will run on radio stations across the state leading up to an expected Special Session at the end of January when lawmakers are […]