FORT MYERS, Fla. – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) on Thursday announced its endorsement of state Representative Byron Donalds to Florida’s 19^th Congressional District. State Rep. Donalds earned AFP Action’s support for his dedication to opportunity for all Floridians by championing policies that promote increased access to quality, affordable health care and educational opportunity for every Florida student.

AFP Action is dedicated to supporting candidates who demonstrate leadership on key policies that will improve people’s lives.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Skylar Zander issued the following statement: 

“Byron Donalds has been a proven policy champion in his time at the state capitol, fighting to increase access to quality, affordable health care and working to help every Florida family and student have educational freedom. We need representatives in Washington who will stand on principle and work to change the status quo.

“Especially now, Donald is the right person to lead the charge on reimagining health care to get government barriers out of the way of more patients accessing quality care and opening additional education opportunities so every student can find a school that best fits their individual needs. We’re proud to endorse Byron Donalds and we encourage Floridians in the 19^th district to vote for him on August 18^th.”

As a member of the Florida House, state Rep. Donalds has been one of the primary movers towards expanding educational freedom. During his tenure in Tallahassee, he has consistently used his voice to advocate for education legislation both on the chamber floor and in his capacity as member of the Education Committee.

State Rep. Donalds has fought to break barriers for employment and make it easier for workers to achieve the American dream by supporting the elimination of red tape, ending over-regulation, and reforming occupational licensing laws.

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RICHMOND, VA—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its endorsement of Delegate Nick Freitas vying for Virginia’s 7^th Congressional District. Del. Freitas earned AFP Action’s support for his leadership in championing principled public policy and willingness to support improvements to the lives of all Virginians, regardless of political convenience.

 

AFP Action Senior Advisor JC Hernandez issued the following statement: 

 

“Nick Freitas champions opportunity in the Virginia General Assembly and will do the same in Washington if elected to Congress. Through his principled support of policy that allows for more second chances, increased access to quality, affordable health care, or ensures economic opportunity for all Virginians– regardless of partisan divides or political convenience– Freitas’s drive to make the Commonwealth the best place to live, work, and raise a family is clear. Our activists are excited to hit the ground running in support of principled legislator Nick Freitas.”

Delegate Nick Freitas has been a consistent leader in the Virginia General Assembly, championing principled policy solutions to the greatest challenges Virginians face. Throughout his time in the House of Delegates, Del. Freitas has supported policy that increases opportunity– regardless of partisanship or political convenience. Del. Freitas fought for greater access to better health care, at a price Virginia families can afford; reduced red tape so our businesses, jobs, and the economy to rebuild;  safer communities and second chances for those who have paid their debts; and prioritized government spending. If elected to Congress, Del. Freitas will continue championing principled policy that expands opportunity for all Virginians.

For further information or to set up an interview, reach Nicole Tardif at NTardif@afpaction.com. 

TOPEKA, Kan. – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) announced its endorsement of Tracey Mann to Kansas’s 1^st Congressional District. Mann earned AFP Action’s support for his dedication to removing barriers to opportunity for all Kansans by championing economic policies that promote prosperity and fiscal responsibility. AFP Action is dedicated to supporting candidates who demonstrate leadership on key policies that will improve people’s lives.

In a memo to interested parties, AFP Action Senior Advisor Elizabeth Patton expanded on the endorsement:

 

“Now more than ever, we need leaders in Washington who will find solutions to the challenges our communities are facing. That requires leaders who will stand on principle — even when those principles are politically inconvenient — and make it possible for families to get back on their feet. Tracey Mann is that leader.

“During the current economic downturn hitting both our state and country, Kansas families have been forced to tighten their belts and readjust their budgets to ensure they’re living within their means. Mann knows Washington should have to do the same. He will take on the federal government’s spending addiction and work to tackle the debt our elected officials are forcing on the next generation. Because, as Mann has stated, “spending, deficits, and debt are killing the American dream.” 

TALLAHASSEE, FL—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its support for a number of legislative candidates in Florida. AFP Action’s announcement includes endorsements of 23 candidates in both primary and general election contests vying for the Florida state legislature.

This is the first time AFP Action will be engaging in state legislative races.

These individuals have earned the support of AFP Action for their dedication to principled policy solutions to improve the lives of all Floridians. These state Senate and House districts represent a diverse constituency from Central Florida to South Florida to the Space Coast.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Skylar Zander released the following statement:

“Each of these individuals has demonstrated a commitment to tackle the greatest challenges Floridians face through supporting principled policy solutions, if elected. Through their dedication to increasing access to quality, affordable health care for every Floridian, ensuring educational freedom and opportunities for all students, lowering the tax burden on families, and creating an environment where businesses can thrive, they will help make Florida the best state in the union to live, work, and raise a family. We’re proud to endorse these candidates that will help increase opportunity for every Floridian.”

Senate

Ana Maria Rodriguez (SD-39): As a State Representative, Ana Maria Rodriguez introduced legislation to increase access to health care by expanding the scope of practice for health care workers, as well as striving to expand educational freedom for parents and their children so they can find a school that best fits their individual needs.

Ray Rodrigues (SD-27):  As Chair of the Health and Human Services Committee, Rep. Rodrigues was a champion for breaking barriers in health care reform by helping usher in legislation expanding telemedicine and ending certificates of need for medical facilities, which enabled health care providers to expand the number of hospital beds without having to get government approval.

Danny Burgess (SD-20):  During his tenure in the Florida House of Representatives, Rep. Burgess sponsored legislation that sought to expand health care access and drive down costs through free market reforms as well as voting for expanding educational freedom.

Jason Brodeur (SD-9): As Chair of the Health Care Appropriations Subcommittee, while serving in the Florida House of Representatives, Jason Brodeur took charge of expanding economic opportunity by increasing access to the health care sector. He also was a strong voice for expanding educational freedom to parents and their students.

Debbie Mayfield (SD-17): In her role of Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Environment and General Government Sen. Mayfield safeguarded fiscal responsibility to make sure Floridian tax dollars were appropriately handled. Sen. Mayfield also lent her voice towards advocating for greater educational freedom, voting so that parents and their children could better find a school that best fits their individual needs.

Jennifer Bradley (SD-5): Americans for Prosperity Action is proud to stand behind Jennifer Bradley, a proud resident of Clay County, as she stands by her ideals of pushing Florida towards a stronger, open economy where more Floridians can access the health care they need and get education that best fits student’s needs.

House

Paul Renner (HD-24): As Chair of the Judiciary Committee, Rep. Renner was a champion in holding government entities accountable through reforming VISIT Florida and Enterprise Florida. Rep. Renner also filed legislation to reform occupational licensing laws that will break barriers for Floridians entering the workforce. In addition, Rep. Renner cast his vote for expanding educational freedom and free market health care reforms that would improve access for all.

Chris Sprowls (HD-65): While serving as the Chair of the Rules Committee, and throughout his legislative career, Rep. Sprowls engaged in legislation that would bring about health care reform and expand educational freedom, giving greater choice to parents and their students over their learning.  

Elizabeth Fetterhoff (HD-26): Representative Fetterhoff, though only in her first term, has already proven to be a protector of private property rights and continues to move the increase opportunity by voting to expand free market reform of health care and educational freedom.

Scott Plakon (HD-29): Chair of the Local Administration Subcommittee, Rep. Plakon has worked hard during his time in the legislature to ensure workers have the freedom they deserve. He has also championed occupational licensing reform to ensure all citizens have the opportunity to pursue their career of choice without needless government barriers, helping Floridians provide for themselves and their families.

Blaise Ingoglia (HD-35):  Representative Blaise Ingoglia has made his way into leadership as Chair of the State Affairs Committee, where he has sponsored legislation designed to break barriers through reducing occupational licensing so people can better find meaningful and productive work.

James Grant (HD-64): A vigorous debater who supports and champions educational opportunity and free market health care reforms, Rep. Grant also served as Chair of the Criminal Justice Subcommittee, filing legislation to ensure workers have the freedom to choose who represents them.

Bob Rommel (HD-106): While Chair of the Civil Justice Subcommittee, Representative Rommel has sought to improve the Florida justice system that is smarter on crime and softer on taxpayers. Representative Rommel has also helped move Florida forward both in expanding educational choice and creating free market reform in the health care system to increase access to quality, affordable health care for all Floridians.

Tommy Gregory (HD-73): Representative Gregory has marked his short, but distinct, time in the Florida House through his leadership in calling for free market health reforms for veterans and the general public. Rep. Gregory has also used his vote to spur educational freedom so that more students can have a learning environment that best fits their individual needs.

Stan McClain (HD-23): As Vice Chair of the Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Rep. McClain has helped oversee criminal justice reforms that both protect public safety and gives second chances to those who have earned them. Rep. McClain is also a strong believer in educational freedom, voting for measures that would expand choice for parents and their children.

Thomas Leek (HD-25): Serving as the Chair of the Public Integrity & Ethics Committee, Representative Leek has used his leadership role to advocate for educational freedom and free market health care reform.

Amber Mariano (HD-36): Working diligently as Vice Chair of the Business & Professions Subcommittee, Amber Mariano has helped move legislation that removes barriers to finding jobs through eliminating burdensome occupational licensing. Rep. Mariano has also cast her vote for expanding educational freedom and free market health care reform designed to give greater access to quality affordable, care for all Floridians.

Josie Tomkow (HD-39): While in her first term, Rep. Tomkow has already made herself an advocate for the people of Florida by being a sponsor of legislation that increases health care access by expanding scope of practice for health professionals, so they can provide the services they were trained to do for the people of Florida.

Spencer Roach (HD-79): Representative Roach has helped move legislation holding government more accountable to the people through greater transparency. He has also helped pass legislation advancing educational freedom and free market health care reform through his voting record.

Michael Grant (HD-75): As House Majority Whip, Michael Grant was a key piece of leadership that helped pass health care reforms that ended certificate of need and expanded scope of practice while also helping guide through legislation that expanded educational freedom for more parents and their students.

Lauren Melo (HD-80): We are excited to endorse Lauren Melo, a proud resident of Naples, who we believe will represent her district and Florida as a whole through her commitment to increasing economic opportunity for every Floridian by reducing government barriers in health care, education, and the economy.

Sam Garrison (HD-18): We welcome Sam Garrison in his bid to run for Florida House District 18, as he seeks to represent Clay County and continue to increase opportunity for every Floridian by removing needless government barriers in  health care, education and the economy.

Alex Rizo (HD-110): We believe Alex Rizo will continue to move Florida towards a more open economy that gives everyone opportunity to pursue their American dream given his stances on increasing educational freedom for students and educators and preserving free market principles for health care and the economy.