Conservative political advocacy group Americans for Prosperity (AFP) Tennessee is promoting its 2026 policy agenda, including easing the ability to cut state regulations and expanding school vouchers in a series of legislative preview events across the state.
The events have included remarks from top Republicans, including House Majority Leader William Lamberth (R-Portland) and Senate Majority Leader Jack Johnson (R-Franklin).
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Tenn. Senate Majority Leader Jack Johnson speaks at a Jan. 8 Americans for Prosperity Tennessee event in Franklin.
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