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If You Care About the Rule of Law, You Should Be Appalled by Gov. Cox’s Immigration Proposal

Governor Spencer Cox’s recent proposal to facilitate a mass deportation agenda in Utah is deeply troubling—it undermines the rule of law. If you care about due process, civil rights, and the U.S. Constitution, you should be deeply concerned by this misguided approach.

By Aaron Welcher, Brittney Nystrom

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Jun 18, 2025

Supreme Court of the United States Ruling Undermines Protections for Transgender Youth

The American Civil Liberties Union of Utah Foundation, Inc. (ACLU of Utah) responds to Supreme Court Ruling in U.S. v. Skrmetti.
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Stay informed on civil rights issues. Discover our latest actions and updates in the Press Release section.

Apr 22, 2025

RSVP: Virtual Know Your Rights Trainings on April 29 @5pm MT

Join the ACLU for a Know Your Rights training ahead of May Day to prepare yourself, your friends, and your community. Whether you're planning to protest, support from the sidelines, or just want to stay informed—this training is for you.

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Mar 20, 2025

A Letter From Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil

Khalil, who was unlawfully arrested in retaliation for his advocacy, details this violation of his free speech rights.

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Mar 14, 2025

Trump’s Attack on the Department of Education, Explained

The Trump administration just put millions of students’ education and civil rights at risk by closing key Department of Education offices and firing half of its workforce.

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Mar 06, 2025

Rights of Federal Employees with Disabilities, Explained

The Trump administration has issued a number of directives affecting federal employees with disabilities, but laws protecting these workers remain.

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Feb 27, 2025

DEI and Accessibility, Explained

Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility policies…

Protesters in front of the Supreme Court hold signs that read, "Diversity, Opportunity, Justice", "ACLU, WE THE PEOPLE", "Affirmative Action YES!" and "Asians for Affirmative Action".
Feb 18, 2025

ACLU UT's Nick Arteaga Testified Against HB 250

Read testimony from Nick Arteaga, Transgender Rights Strategist & Organizer, opposing HB 250 (Public Employee Gender-specific Language Requirements)

By Nick Arteaga

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Feb 18, 2025

ACLU UT'S ELLIE MENLOVE TESTIFIED AGAINST HB77

Read testimony from Ellie Menlove, Legislative and Policy Counsel, opposing HB77 (Flag Display Amendments)

By Ellie Menlove

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Feb 04, 2025

What is an Executive Order and How Does it Work?

What executive orders can – and cannot – do, and why we have them in the first place

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Jan 27, 2025

HB269, the invasive anti-trans dorm bill, explained!

Learn what HB269 means, why it’s dangerous, and how it fits into a broader pattern of harmful legislation. Learn how you can take action to protect the rights and dignity of all Utahns.

By Ellie Menlove

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