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Americans for Tax Reform (ATR)
U.S. tax-policy advocacy organization
Organization details
- Founded / originated
- 1985
- Type
- 501(c)(4) tax-policy advocacy organization
- Founder
- Grover Norquist
- Major program
- Taxpayer Protection Pledge
- Wednesday Meeting
- Began 1993
Americans for Tax Reform is a U.S. tax-policy advocacy organization founded in 1985 by Grover Norquist.
History and activities
According to ATR, it began at President Ronald Reagan’s request and advocated lower tax rates and opposition to tax increases. The organization developed its Taxpayer Protection Pledge and regular meetings among conservative activists.
Organization and documented relationships
Its Wednesday Meeting began in 1993 and convenes participants across issue organizations and public offices. Attendance is a meeting record, not automatic evidence of a particular joint political action.
References
Research compiled through November 12, 2026. Sources and historical roles are dated where known.