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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Atlanta, Georgia—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) congratulated endorsed candidates on their successful runs to serve in the Georgia state legislature. 

Incumbent Greg Dolezal (SD-27), Kay Kirkpatrick (SD-32), Ed Setzler (SD-37), and John Albers (SD-56) won reelection to the state senate.  

Incumbent State Representatives including Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones, Mike Cameron (HD-01), Jason Ridley (HD-06), Joseph Gullett (HD-19), Todd Jones (HD-25), Ginny Ehrhart (HD-36), John Carson (HD-46), Scott Hilton (HD-48), Chuck Martin (HD-49), Deborah Silcox (HD-53), Josh Bonner (HD-72), Matt Reeves (HD-99), Soo Hong (HD-103), Rey Martinez (HD-111), and David Jenkins (HD-136) all won reelection to the Georgia House of Representatives. 

AFP Action also endorsed non-incumbent Sandy Donatucci for the 105th house district, in a race that is currently too close to call.

AFP Action Senior Advisor and Americans for Prosperity-Georgia State Director Tony West issued the following statement after the races were called: 

“AFP Action is proud to have backed these winning candidates to ensure that Georgia continues to make progress on expanding educational opportunity, taking on regulatory reform, and increasing access to affordable, quality healthcare. We are excited to work with them in the next legislative session. 

“With these policy majorities, the Peach State will continue to advance limited government solutions that empower Georgians and increase the state’s competitiveness throughout the Southeast United States.” 

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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Pierre, SD – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) congratulates endorsed candidate Lauren Nelson on hersuccessful campaign to represent District 18 in the South Dakota State Senate. 

AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP Regional Director Don Haggar issued the following statement:  

“AFP Action is excited to congratulate Lauren Nelson on her successful campaign to the South Dakota State Senate. Nelson is a principled leader who will work hard to expand education freedom for families and students, lower property taxes for families and businesses, and reignite South Dakota’s economy.  

“AFP looks forward to working with Nelson next legislative session to promote prosperity and expand opportunity for all South Dakotans.” 

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. 

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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Statewide, FL—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced a new wave of endorsements for the general election, making strategic plays for strengthening Florida’s legislature next year.  

Leading up to the primaries this election cycle, AFP Action FL made 29 endorsements and saw 11 candidates facing primaries win their race. As AFP Action FL moves into the general election, key policy champions will receive the organization’s grassroots, digital, and advertising support.  

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

“Florida’s primary results paired with what we hear at the doors shows our team just how imperative it is to stand behind principled leaders. This round of endorsements led to candidates who are aligned on keeping Florida free and a prosperous place to live. We’re ready to hit the ground running throughout the general to get these leaders in office.” 

Endorsed Candidates 

Chad Johnson (HD-22) 

As a former county commissioner, Chad has the experience needed to lead House District 22 well. He has strong fiscal conservative values, demonstrating his commitment to providing tax relief and balancing the budget. He is also expected to be a voice for expanded education opportunities, supporting more career training and giving power to parents.   

Bill Partington (HD-28)  

With principled views on taxes, education, and health care, Bill Partington is the best choice for House District 28. Bill will bring his experience as mayor to the position, leaning on his background fighting tix increases and supporting parental rights in expanded education options.  

State Rep. Kevin Steele (HD-55) 

As a freshman, Rep. Steele has been instrumental in top issue areas from health care, independent contractor rights, to education and more. As a health care business owner, Rep. Steele understands the value of competition and choice in the market and will continue to be a voice for fiscal conservative policies and economic reforms.  

State Rep. Adam Anderson (HD-57) 

Notably, Rep. Anderson has sponsored bills to strengthen health care by allowing nonprofit agricultural organizations to provide coverage to members. He is a needed voice in office to expand telehealth and work towards better labor and regulatory laws. 

State Rep. Linda Chaney (HD-61)  

Rep. Chaney understands that onerous labor regulations prevent growth in Florida’s economy and has stood firmly in her convictions. She is the best choice for House District 61 and will continue to support foundational education growth in the state. 

State Rep. Will Robinson (HD-71) 

When re-elected, Rep. Robinson will continue to use his position to expand telehealth, broaden the scope of practice, and support Certificate of Need (CoN) repeal. He is also a policy champion for creating more choice in educational opportunities. 

State Rep. Tiffany Esposito (HD-77) 

Rep. Esposito is the leader House District 77 needs to drive economic reforms. She is passionate about occupational licensing improvements and her belief that regulations hold Floridians back and cause labor shortages will make her an impactful leader in office. 

State Rep. Adam Botana (HD-80)   

Rep. Botana is a proven leader on regulations and foundational education, sponsoring key legislation to limit advisory bodies while also standing up for parents with expanded education freedom. His position as Chief Floor Whip demonstrates his ability to gather support needed to make legislative change.  

Meg Weinberger (HD-94)

Meg is the best choice for House District 94 as she is expected to support policies that put Florida’s workforce first while promoting transparency and accountability. In office, Meg will work to lower taxes and decrease regulation to improve our economy. She is also a strong leader on improving parents’ rights in their children’s education.

State Rep. Juan Porras (HD-119) 

Rep. Porras is a prominent leader on issues such as education, health care, regulations, and labor. He spearheaded efforts to reform and expand educational opportunities including more choices for students and greater flexibility for parents. 

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Statewide, FL—Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) congratulated 11 candidates who won marquee primary races where grassroots activists were out in full force. AFP Action FL also sent more than a million mail pieces and reached out to more than 300,000 voters this primary election. So far this cycle AFP Action FL has endorsed 29 candidates. 

Over the past several months, AFP Action FL has been engaging with voters to advocate for principled policy candidates to serve in the state legislature. After reaching hundreds of thousands of Florida voters, AFP Action FL is thrilled by last night’s outcome and is ready to work throughout the November election. 

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

“We are thrilled to see 11 leaders advance through the primaries, getting one step closer to addressing critical issues for Florida in the state legislature. Thanks to the hard work of countless grassroots activists who made a difference in key primary races, we were able to send more than a million mail pieces and contact more than 300,000 voters to help educate voters on a winning agenda that will give them a voice in the legislature. Our team is pushing through November and looks forward to seeing these candidates, and others, secure a victory.”

Endorsed Candidates Winning Primary

Tom Leek (SD-07)

Keith Truenow (SD-13)

Sam Greco (HD-19)

Judson Sapp (HD-20)

Richard Gentry (HD-27)

Debbie Mayfield (HD-32)

Erika Booth (HD-35)

Jennifer Kincart Jonsson (HD-49)

Brad Yeager (HD-56)

Vanessa Oliver (HD-76)

Yvette Benarroch (HD-81)

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