AFP-Missouri

Missourians are capable of extraordinary things when the government gets out of their way.
Americans for Prosperity Missouri is a community of concerned citizens who advocate for liberty-minded policies in the Show-Me State. Join us as we fight to lower taxes, expand educational opportunities for students, stand up for free speech, and cut regulations that stifle small businesses and innovation.
Let’s make Missouri the home of liberty, innovation, and opportunity for all!

Take Action

It’s Time to Eliminate Missouri Income Tax

Missourians are struggling to put food on the table and our economy has been stagnant far too long. It’s time for tax relief for Missourians.

Ask your legislators to vote to eliminate the income tax in Missouri!

Support REINing in Regulation

Missourians are feeling the weight of out-of-control regulations, government overreach, and wasteful spending. Unelected bureaucrats can impose costly rules without approval from elected officials—driving up costs for businesses, taxpayers, and workers. No more backdoor rules that hurt Missourians without oversight. 

Tell Lawmakers to Expand School Choice in Missouri

We all know nationwide the public education system is struggling. Missouri is no exception.

Missouri has been lagging behind in expanding education options for families, regardless of their location or socioeconomic status.

It’s time for that to change.

Join the Fight for Prosperity in Missouri!

Missouri ranks #30 in schools in the US, and taxation and regulations are hurting families and small businesses. American students are falling behind in reading and mathematics, and over 40% of Americans struggle to cover healthcare costs.

So what can you do about it?

Events

5/14 – Show-Me Liberty Lunch & Learn – Joplin

Join Americans for Prosperity – Missouri for a lunch conversation that cuts through the noise and gets straight to what matters—your freedom, your paycheck, and your voice.

At this Show-Me Liberty Lunch & Learn, we’ll break down what’s at stake if Congress lets the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expire—and what Missourians can do to make a real difference. If you’re tired of top-down government decisions and rising costs, this conversation is for you.

Lunch is provided. Your voice is welcome.

Seats are limited. RSVP now and grab your spot at the table.

5/15 – May Show-Me Liberty Morning Grind – St. Joseph

Join us at Sisters of Solace Coffee Shop in St. Joseph, MO, for Show-Me Liberty Morning Grind – strong coffee and stronger convictions!

This monthly gathering brings together liberty-minded locals for a morning of bold brews and thoughtful conversations. Whether you’re passionate about policy, a community leader, or simply looking for a place to connect with like-minded folks, Show-Me Liberty Morning Grind is the perfect spot to fuel up and dive into the issues that matter most.

5/16 – Protect Prosperity: BBQ & Extending Tax Cuts – Jackson

Americans for Prosperity–Missouri will be outside Dexter’s BBQ in Jackson giving away 84 gift cards worth $25 eachthat’s $2,100 total, representing the average amount Missouri families could see added to their federal taxes each year if the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is allowed to expire.

Stop by our table, grab a free gift card while supplies last, and learn how you can help protect prosperity and keep more money in your pocket.

🎟️ Gift cards available on a first-come, first-served basis.

5/20 – Show-Me Liberty Supper Club – St. Joseph

Join Americans for Prosperity – Missouri for a relaxed dinner and a conversation that cuts through the noise.

This isn’t a lecture or a campaign rally—it’s a community of Missourians gathering over great food to talk about how we keep our freedoms strong, our taxes low, and our economy growing.

Dinner is provided.

Seats are limited, and these fill fast. RSVP now to reserve your spot.

5/21 – Show-Me Liberty Supper Club – Joplin

Join Americans for Prosperity – Missouri at Old Chicago in Joplin for a night of good food, great conversation, and real connection with others who believe in limited government, personal freedom, and practical solutions.

Whether you’re deeply engaged in policy or just looking for a community that shares your values, this is a great place to start.

Dinner is provided—just bring your curiosity and your voice.

Seats are limited. RSVP today to reserve your spot.

5/22 – Show-Me Liberty Supper Club – Springfield

Join Americans for Prosperity – Missouri for a relaxed dinner and a conversation that cuts through the noise.

This isn’t a lecture or a campaign rally—it’s a community of Missourians gathering over great food to talk about how we keep our freedoms strong, our taxes low, and our economy growing.

Dinner is provided. The conversation is free—and worth having.

Seats are limited, and these fill fast. RSVP now to reserve your spot.

5/28 – Show-Me Liberty Training Dinner – Joplin

How do you talk about freedom without starting a fight?

Whether it’s a holiday dinner that turned tense, a friendship strained by politics, or just not knowing how to explain why you believe what you do—this session is for you.

Led by longtime trainer and grassroots leader Duane Lester, this experience has helped people across the country reconnect with family, open difficult conversations, and speak about liberty in ways that are human, honest, and persuasive.

✅ Learn how to lower defenses and build bridges
✅ Discover the secret to persuasion that starts with empathy
✅ Gain confidence in conversations that matter most

Dinner is provided. The conversation is real.

5/29 – Show Me Liberty Training Dinner – Springfield

It’s time to do more than talk about the issues—we’re here to take action.

Join Americans for Prosperity – Missouri May 29 at Big Whiskey’s for a focused, hands-on training dinner designed to help you become a more effective advocate for freedom in your community. This month, we’re discussing “How to Sell Freedom Without Starting a Fight.”

✅ Learn how to influence lawmakers and shape public policy
✅ Discover what actually moves the needle in grassroots organizing
✅ Walk away with a skill, a plan, and a role to play

We’ll cover practical strategies for showing up, speaking out, and standing firm—and how to do it with purpose and confidence.

Dinner is provided, so RSVP. Bring your appetite—and your voice.

5/29 – Legislative Wrap Up Dinner – Franklin County

Join us for our Legislative Wrap-Up Dinner on Thursday, May 29th, from 6 – 8 PM at Moe’s in Washington. You’ll hear directly from your elected representatives about what happened in the Missouri Legislature this session.

This is your chance to learn what bills passed, what stalled, and what it all means for your family, your community, and our state.

You’ll hear from Rep. John Simmons.

Newsroom

AFP-MO Thanks 29 Cosponsors of REINS Legislation, Highlights 75% Support Among Voters

April 24, 2025

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Americans for Prosperity-Missouri (AFP-MO) celebrated a key milestone in the fight to rein in Missouri’s bureaucracy today as the 29th state representative became a cosponsor of HB 664, the Missouri REINS (Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny) Act. Of over 1,700 bills in the Missouri house, REINS has the largest number of cosponsors of […]

KQ2: Missouri lawmakers introduce bill to abolish income taxes

February 8, 2025

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) House Bill 100 and House Joint Resolution 1 have been introduced to the Missouri State Senate, resolutions that aim to abolish income tax in Missouri. Local supporters and government officials gathered in St. Joseph at Boudreaux’s to discuss these resolutions and what they could mean for Missourians. For many Missourians, abolishing income […]

KMIZ: Americans for Prosperity Missouri and MO Tax Relief Now Rally for 0% income tax in advance of House committee hearing

February 7, 2025

The group Americans for Prosperity held a rally Tuesday morning in the third-floor Capitol rotunda to support the bill and pass flyers to local legislatures before the hearing, urging them to eliminate state income tax.

KY3: Missouri lawmakers kick off tour to promote legislation that would eventually eliminate the state income tax

January 26, 2025

Published: Jan. 25, 2025 at 5:50 PM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Missouri lawmakers from the Ozarks kicked off the “Missouri Tax Cut Tour” at Big Whiskey’s in Republic on Saturday. Representative Bishop Davidson and Senator Curtis Trent spoke at the event hosted by Americans for Prosperity. The group is pushing to pass tax legislation […]

AFP-Missouri Calls for End of State Income Tax in New Campaign

December 12, 2024

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Americans for Prosperity-Missouri (AFP-MO) today called on state lawmakers to vote to gradually phase out state income taxes in the next legislative session beginning in January and announced a statewide advocacy campaign for it as part of its bold 2025 legislative agenda.

Americans for Prosperity Honors U.S. Sen. Schmitt, Rep. Burlison with “Pioneers for Prosperity” Awards

September 27, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Americans for Prosperity–Missouri awarded U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt and U.S. Congressman Eric Burlison (MO-07) with “Pioneers for Prosperity” awards, in recognition of their principled conservative leadership during the 118th Congress.

Priorities

Lowering Taxes

Working families of Missouri see too much of their paychecks going to Jefferson City, rather than staying in their pockets to help their family.  Missouri must lower the tax burden citizens, starting with ending the state income tax.

Educational Freedom

We believe in empowering parents in their children’s education. We advocate for policies that give families more freedom to choose the best education for their children regardless of how much money they make, or where they live.

Free Speech

Every American should have the power to speak, think, and act as they see fit, without hindrance from the government — as long as they’re not violating the rights of others. Yet today we too often see resistance toward a culture of free expression. We will fight any efforts to limit the First Amendment in Missouri.

Regulatory Reform

Unnecessary regulation stifles freedom and innovation. We support policies to reform regulations so that we keep bureaucrats in check and unleash freedom and opportunity for small business owners and all citizens in Missouri.

About Us

Americans for Prosperity-Missouri is dedicated to advancing policies that promote economic freedom and individual liberty throughout the Show-Me State. Our current initiatives focus on removing barriers to opportunity by advocating for lower taxes, reduced government spending, educational freedom and regulatory reform.

We are actively working to educate and mobilize citizens to engage in the legislative process, ensuring their voices are heard on key issues that impact their everyday lives. Our grassroots efforts aim to empower individuals to take an active role in shaping the policies that affect their communities.