TALAHASSE, FL – Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced today its endorsement of U.S. Reps. Kat Cammack (FL-03), Scott Franklin (FL-15), and Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27).

AFP Action will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support endorsed candidates.

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capabilities supported by a world-class data operation.

“Florida is leading the country in many ways during the difficult challenges our country faces,” said AFP Action Florida Senior Advisor Skylar Zander. “As the challenges continue to grow, we need strong leaders in Congress who will stand up for Florida voters who want more opportunities in the labor force and the education system, and more personal health care options. The candidates that AFP Action Florida is endorsing today will be those leaders, championing policies that help Floridians reach their full potential and succeed.”  

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

Background:

U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack (FL-03)

Rep. Kat Cammack is a strong voice against higher taxes and out-of-control government spending that is fueling inflation. Rep. Cammack voted against the so-called Build Back Better Act that the Congressional Budget Office estimated would have increased deficits by more than $800 billion over five years. While the proposal failed to muster the support necessary to pass through the U.S. Senate, the legislation would have reduced childcare options for families, increased taxes on businesses struggling to recover from the COVID pandemic, and funded a massive expansion of federal power.

Rep. Cammack will protect Americans from government overreach that limits opportunities. Rep. Cammack opposed the PRO Act, legislation that would deny Americans the opportunity to secure independent contractor work arrangements. Independent contractor jobs provide flexibility and employment options to people who, because of family commitments or other responsibilities and demands, are unable to maintain traditional employment arrangements.

Rep. Cammack supports legislation that would provide more Americans with personal options for health care. Rep. Cammack is a cosponsor of the Personalized Care Act, which would expand the ability of Americans to use health savings accounts (HSAs). The legislation would increase yearly HSA contribution limits, expand eligibility to people covered under group or individual health plans, government plans, or health care sharing ministries, allow HSA funds to pay health insurance premiums, and lower the penalty for non-qualified HSA distributions.

U.S. Rep. Scott Franklin (FL-15)

Rep. Scott Frankin is a champion for reducing out-of-control government spending that drives inflation and feeds our national debt.  As a first-term congressman, Rep. Franklin opposed the Build Back Better Act, which would have resulted in hundreds of billions of dollars in federal deficits, and the mislabeled infrastructure bill with wasteful spending that had little to do with improving roads and bridges.

As a former naval aviator, Rep. Scott Franklin understands the sacrifices our veteran’s made and the challenges they face as they return to civilian life. To help veterans receive the health care they deserve, Rep. Franklin is a cosponsor of the Veterans’ True Choice Act, which would allow veterans with service-connected disabilities to use local health care providers rather than traveling long distances or facing long wait times for care at a Veterans Affairs facility.

Rep. Scott Franklin understands that federal regulations often have negative consequences for families and businesses and need to be closely scrutinized and repealed when harmful. Saying federal regulations cost nearly $15,000 per household each year, Rep. Franklin introduced the CURB Act, legislation that would require federal agencies to repeal two regulations for every new regulation issued.

U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-40)

Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar values the contributions of our legal immigration system to our nation and its economy. During her first term in Congress, Rep. Salazar supported numerous reform bills that respect the dignity of immigrants and our nation’s long-term interests, including legislation to protect Dreamers from deportation and provide an opportunity to obtain permanent legal status.

Rep. Salazar supports freedom for America’s workers. She stood with workers and opposed the PRO Act that would have undermined worker freedom, eroded worker privacy, and denied millions of Americans the opportunity to enter independent contractor arrangements that provides flexibility in the workforce.

Rep. Salazar is committed to ensuring that America’s veterans have access to the care they deserve. Rep. Salazar supports the Veterans Health Care Freedom Act that would create a pilot program to give veterans the ability to choose the health care providers that best meet their needs–even if it’s outside the VA system.

TALAHASSE, FL – Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced today its endorsement of U.S. Reps. Kat Cammack (FL-03), Scott Franklin (FL-15), and Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27).

AFP Action will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support endorsed candidates.

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capabilities supported by a world-class data operation.

“Florida is leading the country in many ways during the difficult challenges our country faces,” said AFP Action Florida Senior Advisor Skylar Zander. “As the challenges continue to grow, we need strong leaders in Congress who will stand up for Florida voters who want more opportunities in the labor force and the education system, and more personal health care options. The candidates that AFP Action Florida is endorsing today will be those leaders, championing policies that help Floridians reach their full potential and succeed.”  

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

Background:

U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack (FL-03)

Rep. Kat Cammack is a strong voice against higher taxes and out-of-control government spending that is fueling inflation. Rep. Cammack voted against the so-called Build Back Better Act that the Congressional Budget Office estimated would have increased deficits by more than $800 billion over five years. While the proposal failed to muster the support necessary to pass through the U.S. Senate, the legislation would have reduced childcare options for families, increased taxes on businesses struggling to recover from the COVID pandemic, and funded a massive expansion of federal power.

Rep. Cammack will protect Americans from government overreach that limits opportunities. Rep. Cammack opposed the PRO Act, legislation that would deny Americans the opportunity to secure independent contractor work arrangements. Independent contractor jobs provide flexibility and employment options to people who, because of family commitments or other responsibilities and demands, are unable to maintain traditional employment arrangements.

Rep. Cammack supports legislation that would provide more Americans with personal options for health care. Rep. Cammack is a cosponsor of the Personalized Care Act, which would expand the ability of Americans to use health savings accounts (HSAs). The legislation would increase yearly HSA contribution limits, expand eligibility to people covered under group or individual health plans, government plans, or health care sharing ministries, allow HSA funds to pay health insurance premiums, and lower the penalty for non-qualified HSA distributions.

U.S. Rep. Scott Franklin (FL-15)

Rep. Scott Frankin is a champion for reducing out-of-control government spending that drives inflation and feeds our national debt.  As a first-term congressman, Rep. Franklin opposed the Build Back Better Act, which would have resulted in hundreds of billions of dollars in federal deficits, and the mislabeled infrastructure bill with wasteful spending that had little to do with improving roads and bridges.

As a former naval aviator, Rep. Scott Franklin understands the sacrifices our veteran’s made and the challenges they face as they return to civilian life. To help veterans receive the health care they deserve, Rep. Franklin is a cosponsor of the Veterans’ True Choice Act, which would allow veterans with service-connected disabilities to use local health care providers rather than traveling long distances or facing long wait times for care at a Veterans Affairs facility.

Rep. Scott Franklin understands that federal regulations often have negative consequences for families and businesses and need to be closely scrutinized and repealed when harmful. Saying federal regulations cost nearly $15,000 per household each year, Rep. Franklin introduced the CURB Act, legislation that would require federal agencies to repeal two regulations for every new regulation issued.

U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27)

Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar values the contributions of our legal immigration system to our nation and its economy. During her first term in Congress, Rep. Salazar supported numerous reform bills that respect the dignity of immigrants and our nation’s long-term interests, including legislation to protect Dreamers from deportation and provide an opportunity to obtain permanent legal status.

Rep. Salazar supports freedom for America’s workers. She stood with workers and opposed the PRO Act that would have undermined worker freedom, eroded worker privacy, and denied millions of Americans the opportunity to enter independent contractor arrangements that provides flexibility in the workforce.

Rep. Salazar is committed to ensuring that America’s veterans have access to the care they deserve. Rep. Salazar supports the Veterans Health Care Freedom Act that would create a pilot program to give veterans the ability to choose the health care providers that best meet their needs–even if it’s outside the VA system.

 

ATLANTA – Americans for Prosperity Action Georgia (AFP Action GA) announced today its endorsement of Dr. Rich McCormick to Georgia’s 6^th Congressional District.

AFP Action will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support endorsed candidates.

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability supported by a world-class data operation.

“Dr. Rich McCormick will be a champion in Congress on the issues that matter most to Georgians,” said AFP Action Georgia Senior Advisor Stephen Allison.

“His experience as a medical doctor will provide a much-needed dose of know-how to federal health care policy to improve personal health care options and increase the quality of care,” he said. “And he will be a strong voice for spending and tax policies that shield American from the ravages of inflation. AFP Action Georgia is proud to endorse his candidacy.”

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

 

Background:

Dr. Rich McCormick (GA-06)

Dr. Rich McCormick will bring to congressional policy debates real-world medical experience and commonsense solutions that put patients first.  Dr. McCormick will protect the right of consumers to choose private health insurance and oppose top-down, government-run health care that will limit opportunities for better health care options at more affordable costs. As a former U.S. Marine Corps aviator, Dr. McCormick will leverage his military and medical experience to reform the Veterans Administration to improve the quality of medical care for our nation’s veterans.

 

Dr. McCormick will support policies in Congress that end the red tape and regulations that prevent job creation and economic growth. He believes that entrepreneurship and innovation lead to a stronger, more robust economy that benefits all Americans. He has committed to removing burdensome and unnecessary regulations that stifle innovation and stand in the way of entrepreneurs and job creators so Americans have more opportunities to achieve their dreams.

 

Dr. McCormick will promote sound fiscal policies that help hard-working Americans keep more of their paychecks. He is committed to providing middle-class tax relief and preserving the 2017 tax cuts.

ST. PAUL, MN – Americans for Prosperity Action Minnesota (AFP Action MN) announced today its endorsement of candidate Brad Finstad for Minnesota’s 1^st Congressional District.

AFP Action will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support endorsed candidates.

“Brad Finstad will fight in Congress for Minnesota workers and families whose hard-earned paychecks and savings are shrinking from skyrocketing inflation and the out-of-control government spending that feeds it,” said AFP Action MN Senior Advisor Jake Coleman.

“Finstad will be a taxpayers’ champion by cutting job-destroying taxes and reducing massive and wasteful spending,” he said.

“Finstad knows the harm misguided and unnecessary government regulations can do to hardworking Americans—including farmers,” Coleman said. “He will apply that knowledge in Congress to review and eliminate those regulations to unshackle innovation and opportunities.”

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability supported by a world-class data operation.

 

Background

Having worked as a farmer, agriculture consultant, and director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development office in Minnesota, Brad Finstad understands the regulatory process and tech-related regulatory structures. In Congress, he will support the review of government regulations and work to prevent new regulations from being implemented unless they have clear value, advancing the public’s interest. Finstad will work to reduce the tax burden on job-creating businesses and make the tough decisions necessary to reduce wasteful, out-of-control spending.

 

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

Lansing, Michigan—Americans for Prosperity Action Michigan (AFP Action MI) announced today its endorsement of Tom Barrett to Michigan’s 7^th Congressional District and John James to Michigan’s 10^th Congressional District.

AFP Action will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support endorsed candidates.

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capabilities supported by a world-class data operation.

“The American people are suffering the consequences of unchecked government spending,” said AFP Action Senior Advisor Annie Patnaude. “Each day, more of their paychecks and savings are being chipped away by out-of-control inflation. That’s why we are support candidates who are focused on principles and policies that will improve people’s lives and get government out of the way so they have the greatest opportunity to succeed and live fulfilling lives.

“Tom Barrett and John James will be leaders in Congress championing those policies for the people of Michigan,” she said.

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions. 

Tom Barrett (MI-07)

Tom Barrett’s record in the State Senate proves him to be a reliable advocate for Michigan taxpayers. In the State Senate, Barrett voted to roll back the individual income tax rate and pushed to cut taxes on pensions. He will be a champion in Congress for commonsense fiscal policies that control government spending, promote economic growth, and create opportunities for new and better-paying jobs.

Barrett is a champion of workers through his efforts to break down legal and regulatory barriers that deny opportunities to qualified individuals. Barrett has voted to remove occupational licensing barriers, which require individuals to get state permission before they can perform certain jobs or open new businesses.

In Washington, Barrett will work to eliminate government rules and regulations that impose unnecessary burdens on businesses trying to provide jobs and contribute to their communities. In the State Senate, he supported a regulatory review bill that would require the annual review of rules, regulations, and licenses imposed on businesses and a bill to prohibit rules adopted by state agencies from being more stringent than federal regulations.

John James (MI-10)

John James will support policies that respect taxpayers, grow a strong economy, and end inflation that is eating away at paychecks and savings. He believes that taxpayers know better than the government how to best spend their hard-earned money, and Congress must get control of the federal budget. In Congress, he will be a strong advocate of controlling inflationary spending through a Balanced Budget Amendment and ending the practice of lumping multiple spending bills into massive, budget-busting catch-all bills that nobody reads. James will work to protect the tax reduction policies enacted in 2017.

John James will be a strong advocate for expanding educational opportunities for school children and adults in need of workforce training. James supports more choices and greater flexibility to help parents meet the specific educational needs of their children, including public, private, and charter schools.

John James is committed to making health care more accessible and affordable through market-based, patient-centered policies. He supports tort and regulatory reforms and greater transparency and competition to lower costs and increase quality. He will oppose harmful, top-down approaches to health care that reduce choice and drive-up costs.

  

ST. PAUL, MN – Americans for Prosperity Action Minnesota (AFP Action MN) announced today its endorsement of candidate Brad Finstad for Minnesota’s 1^st Congressional District.

AFP Action will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support endorsed candidates.

“Brad Finstad will fight in Congress for Minnesota workers and families whose hard-earned paychecks and savings are shrinking from skyrocketing inflation and the out-of-control government spending that feeds it,” said AFP Action MN Senior Advisor Jake Coleman.

“Finstad will be a taxpayers’ champion by cutting job-destroying taxes and reducing massive and wasteful spending,” he said.

“Finstad knows the harm misguided and unnecessary government regulations can do to hardworking Americans—including farmers,” Coleman said. “He will apply that knowledge in Congress to review and eliminate those regulations to unshackle innovation and opportunities.”

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability supported by a world-class data operation.

Background

Having worked as a farmer, agriculture consultant, and director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development office in Minnesota, Brad Finstad understands the regulatory process and tech-related regulatory structures. In Congress, he will support the review of government regulations and work to prevent new regulations from being implemented unless they have clear value, advancing the public’s interest. Finstad will work to reduce the tax burden on job-creating businesses and make the tough decisions necessary to reduce wasteful, out-of-control spending.

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.