Americans for Free Markets (AFFM) is a coalition of groups in support of free markets and economic growth. AFFM recognizes that a strong banking and financial system, free from governmental interference and political motives, is the backbone of a robust free market and a prosperous, thriving economy; critical to our national security; and instrumental in advancing American competitiveness around the world. We advocate for policies that empower businesses to make decisions in the best interest of their customers and shareholders without fear of government micromanagement or retribution.
We’re a growing coalition of businesses and community groups in support of free markets and economic growth. Our mission is clear: to advocate for policies that empower businesses to make decisions in the best interests of their customers and shareholders without fear of government micromanagement or retribution, and oppose policies that restrict competition, increase costs, and weaponize government against business to score political points. Check out our growing list of partners:
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“I think the bigger thing for people in Texas and other red states is not to… Read More
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📈South Carolina is the fastest growing state in the nation – built on free market principles, limited government & policies that allow its communities to thrive.
The Guarantee Banking Act creates a costly state patchwork which threatens to undermine progress. @dlibsen and
“A patchwork of conflicting state laws would burden businesses and ultimately be passed onto consumers. This goes against South Carolina’s — and the nation’s — free market principles.”
@NTU’s Jessica Ward and I explain how a proposed debanking law will harm SC banks and
🚧 RED TAPE ROADBLOCK: @dlibsen & @NTU argue that, while well-intentioned, South Carolina’s Guarantee Banking Act would undermine the free market principles that make the Palmetto State the fastest growing state in the U.S.
Read why federal reform is the right path in @fitsnews:
.@SenatorTimScott is leading the fight for fair banking access at the federal level. SC lawmakers should look to Capitol Hill on this, rather than adding more red tape at the state level by rejecting the Guarantee Banking Act.
@dlibsen’s joint op-ed with @NTU’s Jess Ward:
What does the end of reputation risk supervision mean for consumers, policymakers & financial institutions?
🗓️ Find out July 22 in Washington, D.C. – join @dlibsen with @RepHuizenga, @RossAMarchand & Thomas Aiello for a fireside chat on the latest developments.
Register now:
Join us on July 22 in Washington, D.C. for a discussion on refocusing bank supervision on real risk—not reputation risk.
TPA’s @RossAMarchand will join a panel alongside industry experts following a fireside chat with @RepHuizenga!
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-reputation-refocusing-bank-supervision-on-real-risk-tickets-1991987849280
In the slowest 10% of U.S. cities, it takes 10 months JUST to get a permit to start building housing.
Permitting delays add up to $30,000 to build a new home in Seattle & $50,000 in NYC.
That’s a red tape problem – & Congress has the tools to fix it. More in @washingtonpost:
“This city is getting homes built twice as fast — and others want to copy it”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/06/15/preapproved-plans-claremore-oklahoma-are-an-example-urban-planners/
“He applied for a city permit to build four duplexes, side by side. And within 24 hours, he had the permit in hand.”
Dare to dream.
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