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.

AUSTIN, TX—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its endorsement of three state legislators running for re-election this November. These candidates earned the endorsement of AFP Action through their leadership in Austin and support for principled policy solutions that seek to tackle the greatest challenges Texans face.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Jerome Greener issued the following statement:

“We are excited to endorse State Rep. Angie Chen Button, State Senator Brian Birdwell, and State Senator Jane Nelson in their re-election bids. By fighting for families to keep more of what they earn, supporting policies that will make it easier for businesses to recover, and tackling many more of the issues that matter most to Texans, these lawmakers have earned our full support through their principled leadership.”

AFP Action is proud to endorse the following policy champions:

State Representative Angie Chen Button (HD-112): State Rep. Angie Chen Button has been a critical leader in the effort to ensure Texans keep more of what they earn. Through building broad-based coalitions –regardless of political party— Rep. Button helped pass meaningful tax reform that alleviated some of the financial burdens hardworking Texans face. During her time in Austin, Rep. Button has also supported efforts to reduce red tape that will make it easier for small businesses to recover and improved access to quality, affordable health care.

State Senator Brian Birdwell (SD-22):  State Sen. Brian Birdwell has shown immense leadership in ensuring all Texas students have access to the educational environment that works best for their unique needs, allowing hardworking Texans to keep more of what they earn, and ensuring small businesses are able to recover and rebuild even stronger. Through his efforts in Austin, more Texans are able to achieve their American dreams.

State Senator Jane Nelson (SD-12): Through her leadership and dedication to working with anyone to do good, State Senator Jane Nelson has played an instrumental role in promoting opportunity for all Texans. Through her leadership as Finance Chair, the legislature has worked to pass fiscally responsible budgets that prioritize spending, lowered the tax burden on hardworking Texans, and ensured that all businesses do not face burdens that make it harder to recover.

Background:

In February, AFP Action announced its first wave of state legislative endorsements alongside LIBRE Action: AFP Action and LIBRE Action Announce Texas State Legislative Candidate Endorsements.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its support for State Senator Victoria Spartz’s election to Indiana’s 5^th Congressional District. Spartz earned AFP Action’s support for her work in the Indiana Senate to expand access to quality, affordable health care, putting more money in Hoosier families’ pockets, and backing pro-growth reforms that help small business recover and thrive following the economic crisis caused by COVID-19 and business shutdowns.

The grassroots-focused group will use its signature grassroots and a range of other tactics to build support for Victoria Spartz and help her get elected to Congress.

In a memo addressed to interested parties, AFP Action Senior Advisor Michael Chartier expanded on the endorsement:

“Now more than ever, we need leaders who will make it easier for our economy to grow and for families to access better quality, more affordable health care. Americans for Prosperity Action encourages voters in the 5^th Congressional District to elect State Senator Victoria Spartz. If elected, Sen. Spartz will champion policies that ensure every Hoosier can pursue their dreams, just as she did.”

Background:

In June of 2019, AFP Action Senior Advisor Emily Seidel released a memo outlining the organization’s new approach to public policy and political engagement. The memo can be viewed here.

This January, AFP Action announced its plans for historic electoral engagement at the state and federal levels during the 2020 election cycle.

ARLINGTON, VA—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced it will launch a new wave of advertisements in support of Senators John Cornyn, Steve Daines, David Perdue, and Thom Tillis’s re-elections. Driving a positive, forward-looking message highlighting the positive impacts of these candidate’s support for historic tax reform and reducing red tape, these ads seek to bring voters together to vote for these lawmakers and the solutions they’ve driven during their tenures.

The approximately seven-figure digital effort will layer the group’s active grassroots engagement on innovative digital platforms such as connected TV. While AFP Action has had a consistent digital presence in support of these candidates, this will serve as the largest, most comprehensive digital buy of the cycle, to date.

To date, AFP Action activists have contacted nearly two million voters in these races.

You can view the ad in support of Sen. John Cornyn here.

You can view the ad in support of Sen. Steve Daines here.

You can view the ad in support of Sen. David Perdue here.

You can view the ad in support of Sen. Thom Tillis here.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Tim Phillips issued the following statement:

“Americans are resilient and capable of extraordinary things. As individuals and businesses across our country begin to rebuild and recover, we know that we can count on John Cornyn, Steve Daines, David Perdue, and Thom Tillis to continue their work to promote opportunity for all Americans. With their leadership in the Senate, proven track records of reducing red tape and ensuring hardworking Americans keep more of what they earn, we will recover and come back stronger than ever. We urge the voters in these states to send these policy champions back to Washington.”

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

ATLANTA, GA – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) congratulates Georgia State Sen. Chuck Payne on his hard-fought primary victory to continue representing State Senate District 54.  AFP Action endorsed Payne in early May and leveraged its signature grassroots, direct-mail, and digital advertisements to reach voters.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Stephen Allison issued the following statement:

“Senator Chuck Payne’s primary victory is a great win for his constituents and the state of Georgia. Throughout his time in office, Sen. Payne has shown his commitment to improving the lives of all Georgians through supporting principled policy solutions to the greatest challenges Georgians face—even when it’s politically difficult. Whether it be improving access to quality, affordable health care, keeping our communities safe by supporting smart on crime policies, or ensuring Georgia’s families keep more of what they earn, our activists are proud to have supported a principled leader and congratulate Senator Chuck Payne on his well-earned primary victory.”

Background:

Americans for Prosperity Action endorsed Senator Chuck Payne for re-election, citing Payne earned the support for his commitment to:

• Economic Opportunity: Sen. Payne supported policies that include fiscally responsible budgeting, cutting wasteful, lowering the tax burden on hardworking Georgians, and reducing red tape on small businesses.
• Health Care: Sen. Payne supported improvements that expanded access to quality, affordable health care. Leading the charge to repeal certificate of need (CON) laws and supporting telehealth legislation, Sen. Payne has shown support for expanding access to care.
• Criminal Justice Reform: Sen. Payne has supported smart on crime, soft on taxpayers criminal justice reforms to keep our communities safe.

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

CHARLESTON, SC – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) tonight congratulates Nancy Mace on her primary election victory to represent South Carolina’s first congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. The grassroots-focused group endorsed Nancy Mace last month due to her leadership on critical issues and helping drive meaningful policy reform as a state representative in South Carolina.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Andrew Yates issued the following statement:

“We are proud to have supported a policy champion in Nancy Mace and congratulate her on this primary victory. South Carolinians are one step closer to having a tireless advocate in Washington for responsible spending, helping keep more money in their pockets, and quality, affordable health care. We will double down on our efforts in the coming months to ensure South Carolinians will have a representative who isn’t afraid to change the status quo in Washington and support good policies that improve every South Carolinian’s life.”

HUDSON, WI—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) tonight released a statement congratulating State Senator and Representative-Elect Tom Tiffany on his election to represent Wisconsin’s 7^th Congressional District in Washington. The grassroots organization supported Tiffany throughout his primary and the general election, leveraging a variety of tactics. AFP Action activists contacted more than a half million voters throughout the effort, on the phones, through text messaging, and by other means.

 

AFP Action Senior Advisor Eric Bott issued the following statement:

 

“We’re excited to see Wisconsin gain a principled voice in Washington with the election of Tom Tiffany to Congress. Representative-Elect Tom Tiffany earned the full support of our grassroots by ensuring Wisconsinites keep more of what they earn, reforming our state’s labor laws to help everyone find meaningful work, and protecting our civil liberties, during his time in Madison. Hats off to our activists for their continued dedication and innovation in helping spread the message of Tom’s principled record during the special election.”

Background:

AFP Action endorsed Tom Tiffany in a memo addressed to interested parties.

AFP Action released a statement on primary night in February: Tom Tiffany Will Bring Principled Leadership to Washington.  

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

ATLANTA, GA—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its endorsement of Senator Chuck Payne running in June’s primary election. State Senator Chuck Payne, seeking re-election to represent district 54, has earned AFP Action’s endorsement for his dedication to policies that improve the lives of all Georgians.

Because of the important policies Sen. Payne is dedicated to working on in the legislature, AFP Action will support his candidacy through a variety of tactics, including leveraging its signature grassroots, direct-mail, and digital advertisements to reach voters.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Stephen Allison issued the following statement:

“Our activists are excited to support Sen. Chuck Payne ahead of his primary contest. Sen. Payne has proven his leadership on policies that help every Georgian pursue their American dream. Whether it’s ensuring families keep more of what they earn, improving access to quality, affordable health care, or keeping our communities safe by supporting smart on crime policies, Sen Payne has shown his commitment to making Georgia the best place to live, work, and raise a family.”

State Senator Chuck Payne earned AFP Action’s endorsement through his commitment to improving the lives of all Georgians, regardless of what is politically convenient.

• Senator Chuck Payne supported economic opportunity policies that include fiscally responsible budgeting, cutting wasteful, lowering the tax burden on hardworking Georgians, and reducing red tape on small businesses.
• Payne also supported improvements that expanded access to quality, affordable health care. By leading the charge to repeal certificate of need (CON) laws and supporting telehealth legislation, Sen. Payne has shown support for expanding access to care.
• Sen. Payne has also supported smart on crime, soft on taxpayers criminal justice reforms to keep our communities safe.

Background:

AFP Action is also supporting Senator David Perdue, seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate in November.

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

DALLAS, TX—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its support for three candidates running for the U.S. House of Representatives in districts across Texas. These candidates, if elected, will champion policies to protect individual prosperity for all Texans, lead to ensure no government barriers stand in the way of the American dream, and drive solutions to tackle our country’s greatest challenges.

AFP Action’s electoral engagement is focused on electing leaders that will work to build broad-based policy coalitions to drive principled reforms. Today, the grassroots focused organization identified three Texas candidates that will work to achieve these goals if elected: Genevieve Collins (TX-32), Wesley Hunt (TX-07), and Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21.) AFP Action will use a range of tactics, including its signature grassroots, to urge voters to support these candidates for their principled advocacy of positive policy solutions to our nation’s greatest challenges.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Mack Morris issued the following statement:

“We are excited to throw our full support behind Rep. Chip Roy, Genevieve Collins, and Wesley Hunt in their bids for Congress. These candidates have made clear their commitment to improving the lives of all Texans by advocating for policies that improve access to quality, affordable health care, allow hard-working families to keep more of what they earn, and reduce red tape so small businesses can thrive.”

Genevieve Collins (TX-32)

Candidate Genevieve Collins is an experienced businesswoman that will bring innovation to public policy if elected to represent Texas’s 32nd Congressional District. While Collins has spent her career innovating the classroom so all Texas students can succeed, she is committed to supporting policies that bring that same innovative approach to health care and expand economic opportunity. Collins supports prioritizing government spending, reducing red tape for businesses to thrive, and expanding access to quality, affordable health care.

Wesley Hunt (TX-07)

Candidate Wesley Hunt’s leadership in the private sector and service to our country reflect in the legislative leadership we expect to see from him in Washington. Whether it be through ensuring access to quality, affordable health care, reducing red tape so more small businesses can thrive, fighting to lower taxes for hard-working Texans, or making sure government prioritizes spending and lives within its means, Hunt will show his commitment for positive and principled policy reforms if elected to represent Texas’s 7th Congressional District.

Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21)

Congressman Chip Roy has dedicated his first term in office to championing positive policy solutions to the challenges Texans face. In Washington Rep. Roy has continued to show leadership in prioritizing spending, improving access to quality, affordable health care, and championing better care for our veterans. Rep. Roy has time and again shown he is willing to stick his neck out for what’s right and will continue to do so if re-elected to Texas’s 21st Congressional District.

Background:

In June of 2019, AFP Action Senior Advisor Emily Seidel released a memo outlining the organization’s new approach to public policy and political engagement. The memo can be viewed here.

This January, AFP Action announced its plans for historic electoral engagement at the state and federal levels during the 2020 election cycle.  AFP Action is already supporting the following federal candidates:

•            Rep. Ted Budd (NC-13)

•            Rep. Steve Chabot (OH-01)

•            Sen. John Cornyn (TX-SEN)

•            Sen. Steve Daines (MT-SEN)

•            Sen. Cory Gardner (CO-SEN)

•            Sen. David Perdue (GA-SEN)

•            Rep. Scott Perry (PA-10)

•            Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05)

•            State Sen. Tom Tiffany (WI-07)

•            Thom Tillis (NC-SEN)

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