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Right of First Refusal (ROFR) laws might sound harmless, but they actually block competition and drive up energy costs. Across both Democrat and Republican administrations, the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission have consistently highlighted the policy’s harm to consumers and shows why it’s time to scrap ROFR for good.
The Employee Rights Act (ERA) is the top opportunity in Congress to unlock prosperity for American workers in the 21st century.
AFP is excited to share with congressional staff policy proposals to codify Executive Orders that AFP believes, should be prioritized for introduction following the recess. These include policy proposals to “spring clean” the Code of Federal Regulations, promote greater choice in healthcare, protect individual freedom and promote technological process, and facilitate critical energy infrastructure by streamlining federal permitting.
The full report provides model legislation, success stories, and additional resources to equip reform-minded policymakers.
AFP and its activists worked hard to ensure that Congress took full advantage of the Congressional Review Act’s ability to remove overburdensome regulations and rules. Check out some of the wins!
According to a recent CNBC|SurveyMonkey Small Business Survey, 46% of small business owners now rate the economy as “excellent” or “good,” up from just 30% in the previous quarter.
Many Americans’ property taxes are high and rising due to local governments’ wasteful spending and revenue diversions. State legislators can address these problems.
D.C. is abuzz for the first time in many decades with talk about the need to examine government efficiency and how taxpayer dollars are being spent. Through the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), there is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the Trump Administration and Congress to capitalize on that momentum to support the top U.S. economic driver: small businesses.
Excessive regulations, lack of transparency, and restrictive laws hinder economic growth and limit opportunity nationwide. Here’s how states can embrace the principles of DOGE by enacting reforms that cut red tape, enhance transparency, and expand access to essential services.
