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Oct 08, 2025
Oct 08, 2025
Comment on the Lawsuit Challenging HB11 Being Dismissed
We dismissed our lawsuit challenging HB11 while the U.S. Supreme Court considers arguments that could affect our legal path. Our plaintiffs—young, courageous girls—showed remarkable strength under scrutiny.
Issue Areas:
LGBTQ+ Equality
Sep 10, 2025
Aug 19, 2025
Aug 19, 2025
Media Advisory | Off-The-Record: Media & Press Briefing on 287(g) Agreements
The ACLU of Utah invites reporters, editors, producers, and other media professionals to an exclusive, off-the-record briefing on 287(g) agreements.
Aug 15, 2025
Aug 15, 2025
Comment on HB11 on UHSSA Not in Contempt of the Court
ACLU of Utah on continuing the fight for transgender athletes in Utah.
Issue Areas:
LGBTQ+ Equality
Aug 07, 2025
Aug 07, 2025
ACLU of Utah Secures First Amendment Victory in Criminal Case
Judge Grants Dismissal of Charges Against Protester at a 2024 Spring Pro-Palestinian Rally
Court Cases:
State of Utah v. Maryon
Aug 01, 2025
Aug 01, 2025
ACLU of Utah on Protest and Legal Requirements
The ACLU of Utah on legal requirements and protesting.
Issue Areas:
First Amendment
Jul 16, 2025
Jul 16, 2025
Comment on 287(g) Agreements in Utah County
On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, Utah County Commissioners Will Vote at 2PM on Proposed 287(g) Agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
Jul 10, 2025
Jul 10, 2025
Federal Court Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Order, Certifies Nationwide Class Protecting All Impacted Babies
The federal court in NH agreed once again that President Trump's executive order to restrict birthright citizenship is a blatant violation of the U.S. Constitution.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Jun 18, 2025
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.
Issue Areas:
LGBTQ+ Equality
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