Free Markets Work. Government Micromanaging Doesn’t.

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 harmful 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.

Free Markets Work. Government Micromanaging Doesn’t.

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.

What We’re Fighting For

Supporting Competition

Competition promotes economic growth and supports businesses. We advocate for sensible policies to lower burdens on taxpayers.

Protecting Taxpayers

We all benefit when state and local governments get the lowest competitive rate to finance projects and there are not unnecessary burdens on the financial sector, paving the way for critical community investments in projects such as schools and roads.

Championing Capitalism

Lawmakers and regulators should loosen their grasp on taxpayers’ choices and let consumers make their decisions themselves, in accordance with these principles, rather than allowing politically-motivated politicians to make those choices for them.

Preventing Government Overreach

When the government is given leeway to meddle with free market dynamics and micromanage businesses, hardworking families and job creators pay the price. These interventionist policies also set a dangerous precedent and are difficult to reverse.

Promoting Clear Banking Rules

To keep our financial system strong and our economy growing for all Americans, federal lawmakers and regulators should provide clear, consistent laws that give consumers more transparency into the financial system.

Prosperity. Not Politics.

Our Coalition

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:

Latest Updates

Apr 21, 2025
New Study Finds Proposed Texas Interchange Laws Would Benefit Large Retailers at Small Businesses’ Expense

“Texas small businesses would need to pay an average of $2,340 in additional… Read More

Apr 17, 2025
What They Are Saying: Experts, Texans Warn Interchange Proposals Will Overregulate Small Businesses

Texas is considering two sets of bills that could harm credit card processing… Read More

Apr 16, 2025
Florida’s Proposed “Tort Unreform” Threatens Free Market

Our nation benefits when lawmakers at all levels of government enact policies… Read More

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🚨 Texas lawmakers are following other states in debating whether they need to regulate “swipe fees” more tightly.

The result? Small businesses and consumers will have to carry the burden. More from @PhilPrazan via NBC DFW:

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ICYMI: Local Texas small business owner Donna Finley reaffirmed concerns that TX interchange proposals could overregulate small businesses in @LSStandard.

The TX legislature must champion the small business community, protect local entrepreneurs and safeguard its free market…

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🚨Texas lawmakers are considering bills that could harm credit card processing in Texas. Small businesses and national experts are speaking out in opposition.

More from Ron Hutchison in @newsjournal:

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FACT: America benefits when lawmakers at all levels of government enact policies that prioritize free market principles and protect consumers over the desires of special interests.

Yet, several efforts are underway in Florida that do just the opposite. Learn more:

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State laws are “cracking down” on credit card transactions through price controls, hindering economic freedom and financial choice.

@southwestpolicy Founder & President @pmbrenner91 writes in @FoxBusiness about how these regulations will hurt American families already struggling…

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ICYMI: State Sen. @TanParkerTX introduced a resolution supporting @SenTimScott’s FIRM Act, which aims to stop regulators from using reputational risk to pressure banks into severing ties with lawful businesses.

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