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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Celebrates Special Election Victories

dstancavage on April 2, 2025

Statewide, FL—Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) backed candidates Jimmy Patronis (FL-01), State Rep. Debbie Mayfield (SD-19), and Nathan Boyles (HD-03) each saw overwhelming success following today’s special elections. This cycle, AFP Action FL has surpassed 340,000 points of overall voter outreach through phone calls, door knocking, and mail, educating voters on the candidates with the help of its grassroots army.

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, issued the following statement:

“From Tallahassee to Washington, Floridians decided that principled leaders such as Jimmy Patronis, Debbie Mayfield, and Nathan Boyles are the best positioned to carry out a mission of pro-growth policies on their behalf. AFP Action FL is thrilled that each candidate we stood behind found victory tonight, and believes Reps. Mayfield and Boyles will have continued success in their general elections. We look forward to the reforms each of these leaders will make in office—from housing and regulation improvements on the state level to renewing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act federally, Florida is positioned for success with each of these victories.”

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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Announces New State Legislative Endorsements

dstancavage on March 3, 2025

Statewide, FL—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced its endorsement of State Rep. Debbie Mayfield for SD-19 and Nathan Boyles for HD-03. The announcement follows AFP Action FL’s backing of Jimmy Patronis for FL-01, who recently won his primary race and takes on the general election April 1st.

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, issued the following statement:

“Our team is excited to support Nathan Boyles and Rep. Debbie Mayfield, two principled leaders who will continue to make Florida’s legislature impactful for all of our residents. Grassroots is our superpower at AFP Action and in Florida, we’re putting our efforts in the areas where we can be the most effective to ensure Floridians are represented by individuals who will tackle unnecessary regulations, spending and taxes, housing attainability, insurance reform, and other top issues.”

New Endorsed Candidates

State Rep. Debbie Mayfield (SD-19)

In the Florida House, Rep. Mayfield has been instrumental on issues such as Certificate of Need (CON) reform which allows for a personal option in health care and combats health care monopiles. In the Senate, Rep. Mayfield will continue to take on burdensome regulations and occupational licensing rules to make Florida’s workforce freer and a better place for businesses to invest.

Nathan Boyles (HD-03)

Boyles will bring his knowledge as a business owner and county commissioner to the Statehouse and fight for fewer regulations, spending reform, and other issues that impact Florida’s businesses. His background gives him a unique perspective on how to be an ally for pro-growth policies and limit government waste.

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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Congratulates Jimmy Patronis on Primary Victory for Florida’s First Congressional District

dstancavage on January 29, 2025

Pensacola, FL—Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) congratulates former Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis on his primary victory Tuesday night leaving him one step closer to serving constituents in Florida’s first congressional district.

Leading up to the competitive primary election, AFP Action FL put the weight of its grassroots base behind Patronis through door knocking, digital ads, and mailers. Overall, AFP Action FL was able to educate more than 35,000 voters about Patronis’ record as a fiscal conservative and proven leader for Floridians.

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, made the following statement:

“Tonight, we are thrilled to see Jimmy win the primary and move on to the general election. Once he is elected we know Jimmy will fight to get our economy back on track. As a fiscal conservative who stands for pro-growth policies, we know the top issues impacting Floridian families will be prioritized by Jimmy through empowering solutions. Our team reached countless voters, even through unprecedented snow, and we’re ready to get out again leading up to the general election!”

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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Announces Endorsement of Jimmy Patronis for FL-01

dstancavage on January 6, 2025

Pensacola, FL—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced its first endorsement of 2025 with its backing of Jimmy Patronis for U.S. Congressional District 01.

Leading up to the January 28th primary for this special election, AFP Action FL will utilize its vast grassroots base, digital advertising, and mail to educate and mobilize voters in support of Patronis just as the organization did for 54 successful candidates in the previous cycle.

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, made the following statement:

“In the aftermath of Bidenomics, Washington needs fiscally conservative leaders like Jimmy who have the experience and knowledge to oversee our economic growth and help get our economy back on track. Just as he helped manage Florida’s economy as CFO, AFP Action is confident that Jimmy will stand for pro-growth policies in Congress while protecting the prosperity of Americans through lower personal and business taxes, opposing the overreach of Environmental, Social, and Governance standards, and expanding health care among other top issues. We’re thrilled to support Jimmy and look forward to deploying our grassroots team on his behalf.”

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AFP Action-Florida Congratulates 42 Endorsed Candidates on Election Night Victories

dstancavage on November 6, 2024

AFP Action-FL Reaches More than 550,585 Voters in Support of Endorsed Candidates

Tallahassee, FL—Americans for Prosperity Action-Florida (AFPA-FL) congratulates a slate of endorsed candidates for winning their general election including Congresswoman Maria Salazar to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives and 41 candidates to serve in the State Legislature with another race too close to call.

As a permanent grassroots operation throughout the state, AFPA-FL mobilized its base to make more than 550,585 overall points of voter outreach while also sending more than a million pieces of mail and running digital ads. This led to AFPA winning every race but one that it engaged in this cycle. By strategically engaging in critical state races, AFPA-FL has paved a pathway for its sister entity Americans for Prosperity to enact policies with these returning or newly elected leaders that keep Florida thriving.

AFP Action Senior Advisor and Americans for Prosperity Florida State Director, Skylar Zander, released the following statement:

“Our political work at AFP Action leads to policy reform through our sister entity AFP, thus establishing a more economically prosperous future for Florida, safeguarding education freedom, expanding the personal option in health care, cutting red tape and regulations among other pro-growth reforms.

“We are thrilled to see many of our AFP Action backed candidates win, especially in areas with competitive races knowing our grassroots base was able to close the gap for principled leaders. We applaud their efforts this cycle and our sister organization, AFP, looks forward to working with them in the next legislative session.”

Winning Endorsed Candidates

U.S. House of Representatives

Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27)

State Senate

State Sen. Corey Simon (SD-03)

State Rep. Thomas Leek (SD-07)

State Rep. Stan McClain (SD-09)

State Rep. Keith Truenow (SD-13)

State Sen. Bryan Avila (SD-39)

State House

State Rep. Dean Black (HD-15)

Sam Greco (HD-19)

Judson Sapp (HD-20)

Chad Johnson (HD-22)

J.J. Grow (HD-23)

Richard Gentry (HD-27)

Bill Partington (HD-28)

State Sen. Debbie Mayfield (HD-32)

Erika Booth (HD-35)

State Rep. Rachel Plakon (HD-36)

State Rep. Doug Bankson (HD-39)

Jon Albert (HD-48)

Jennifer Kincart Jonsson (HD-49)

State Rep. Jennifer Canady (HD-50)

State Rep. Jeff Holcomb (HD-53)

State Rep. Randy Scott Maggard (HD-54)

State Rep. Kevin Steele (HD-55)

State Rep. Brad Yeager (HD-56)

State Rep. Adam Anderson (HD-57)

State Rep. Linda Chaney (HD-61)

State Rep. Traci Koster (HD-66)

State Rep. Danny Alvarez (HD-69)

State Rep. Will Robinson (HD-71)

Danny Nix (HD-75)

Vanessa Oliver (HD-76)

State Rep. Tiffany Esposito (HD-77)

State Rep. Mike Giallombardo (HD-79)

State Rep. Adam Botana (HD-80)

Yvette Benarroch (HD-81)

State Rep. Lauren Melo (HD-82)

State Rep. John Snyder (HD-86)

Megan Weinberger (HD-94)

State Rep. Tom Fabricio (HD-110)

State Rep. Alex Rizo (HD-112)

State Rep. Vicki Lopez (HD-113)

State Rep. Juan Porras (HD-119)

Background

This has been a record-breaking year as AFP and AFP Action separately engaged in a staggering 647 races, including 7 critical U.S. Senate races and 44 U.S. House races. AFP and AFP Action’s grassroots army across the country reached out to more than 19.5 million voters – AFP and AFP Action’s largest effort in our 20-year history. AFP Action’s engagement in federal races is critical as we get back to promoting candidates who will advance good policy in Washington and AFP and AFP Action’s engagement in state legislative races continues their commitment to championing policy solutions and limited government principles that empower states across the country.

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AFP Action-Kansas Congratulates Derek Schmidt on KS-02 Election Victory

dstancavage on November 6, 2024

TOPEKA, KS—Tonight, Americans for Prosperity Action-Kansas (AFPA-KS) congratulates former State Senator and Attorney General Derek Schmidt for a successful election to serve Kansas in the U.S. House of Representatives.

AFPA-KS deployed grassroots efforts to support Schmidt’s bid for Congressional District 02, highlighting his bold platform on fiscal responsibility, cutting taxes, reigning in federal regulatory powers, immigration reform, and free speech.

AFPA-KS Senior Advisor and AFP State Director, Elizabeth Patton, released the following statement:

“Derek Schmidt has a record of winning for Kansas and Americans for Prosperity Action is thrilled to see him solidify his victory tonight. AFP looks forward to working with him in Congress to address the cost-of-living crisis felt by so many in our state as well as reign in out-of-control spending in Washington with balanced budgets and lower taxes for families.”

Background

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AFP Action KS: Schmidt Demonstrates Why He’s the Best Choice for District 2 During Washburn Forum

dstancavage on October 26, 2024

Topeka, KS – After tonight’s forum at Washburn University, Americans for Prosperity Action Kansas (AFPA-KS) is highlighting three key takeaways that demonstrate why Derek Schmidt is the best candidate for Congressional House District 02:

Schmidt will be strong on immigration and work to promote solutions that address the crisis at the southern border and restore confidence in our nation’s immigration system.
Inflation has cost Kansans $1,083 more a month since January 2021. In office, Schmidt can help address the cost-of-living crisis by supporting continued tax reform by extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
As the former Attorney General, Schmidt has fought in Washington before and won for Kansas; he is best positioned to do that again.

AFPA-KS Senior Advisor, Liz Patton, released the following statement:

“Kansas voters are enthusiastic to get to the polls and send Derek Schmidt to Washington. Tonight, his opponents showed they are more focused on political attacks rather than solving the biggest issues facing our state and nation. In office, we look forward to Derek ushering in economic growth to help Kansas thrive and bring the cost-of-living down for hardworking families while also tackling immigration. Derek is the fighter that we need in D.C. representing Kansas values and AFPA believes tonight he proved that to voters in the district.”

Since endorsing Schmidt for KS-02, AFPA-KS has utilized its grassroots base as well as digital campaigns and mail to educate voters on his record. Click here to read more.

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AFP Action FL: Simon Bests Parks in Debate

dstancavage on October 15, 2024

Tallahassee, FL – After today’s debate between State Senator Corey Simon and Daryl Parks to represent District 3, Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFPA-FL) is highlighting the following key takeaways:

Daryl Parks does not have a real plan in place to deal with Florida’s necessary insurance reforms while Senator Simon has proven a pathway for Floridians by voting for key improvements to our marketplace.
Senator Simon has stood side-by-side with North Florida as we repair and recover from multiple storms and will continue to provide information on resources for those in need.
Senator Simon is working to keep Florida’s economy on track while Parks wants to raise taxes on families that are already hurting due to inflation.
While Daryl Parks is focused on partisan politics and dividing us, Senator Simon has worked across the aisle with Democrats and fellow Republicans to pass a balanced state budget that provides tax relief for all Floridians.

AFPA-FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, released the following statement:

“Today, Senator Simon demonstrated his proven record of representing the needs of Tallahassee in the Legislature. He is a stronger choice with a clear vision for Florida unlike Daryl Parks who does not offer serious solutions to our greatest challenges. Senator Simon has the experience needed to continue to reform our insurance market, keep our economy growing, and usher in restoration after a difficult storm season. We need Senator Simon in office to continue defending North Florida values and we celebrate his debate victory today.”

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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Endorses Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar

dstancavage on September 25, 2024

Miami, FL—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced its endorsement of Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar to continue serving District 27 in Washington.

In addition to supporting Congresswoman Salazar, AFP Action FL has put its grassroots resources behind over 40 Statehouse candidates this election cycle.

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, issued the following statement:

“Washington needs principled leaders like Congresswoman Salazar and we are thrilled to support her re-election to Congress at our nations capital. By aligning with policies that address our biggest issues such as immigration, spending, energy, and more—Congresswoman Salazar has proven her dedication to making Floridians’ voices heard. AFP Action FL will be on the ground knocking doors to ensure Congresswoman Salazar can continue to drive meaningful solutions in our state.”

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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Announces More State Endorsements

dstancavage on September 13, 2024

Statewide, FL—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced another round of endorsements for the November 5th general election, making an overall total of 43 supported candidates this cycle.

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, issued the following statement:

“In the final weeks leading up to November, AFP Action FL’s grassroots army will continue to create awareness at the doors, on the phones, and through our mail campaigns to advocate for these principled leaders. We’re excited to support these individuals, along with dozens of others, to ensure promises to keep Florida free, improve our economy, health care, and to create more educational opportunities for all Florida students are delivered.”

New Endorsed Candidates

Jon Albert (HD-48)

As a former Marine and Mayor, Jon Albert has the leadership skills needed to serve Florida’s House District 48. Jon knows how important it is to cut taxes to provide relief to his constituents which he did as Mayor. He’ll work on cutting taxes and keeping our budget under control in the Florida House, which is a stark difference from the out-of-control spending in Washington D.C.

State Rep. Doug Bankson (HD-39)

Rep. Bankson in just one term has shown what it takes to work with other members to achieve lasting policy change. Rep. Bankson will continue to champion educational freedom for all Florida students. He’ll work to cut red tape so Florida businesses and individuals can thrive.

State Rep. Dean Black (HD-15)

Having just one term under his belt, Rep. Black has been instrumental in Florida’s legislature. He has stood for educational opportunities for Florida’s learners, supported worker’s freedom, and is expected to be a policy champion for needed tax and spending reforms once re-elected.

State Rep. Vicki Lopez (HD-113)

Rep. Lopez is the best choice for District 113 as she continues to put the education and safety of Floridians first. In office, she has supported telehealth legislation to expand opportunities in the health care market. And, through Rep. Lopez’s personal story she has become a thoughtful voice on criminal justice reform supporting second chance legislation.

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