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The ACLU of Utah defends your civil rights and liberties—in the courts, at the Capitol, and with the people.

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Monthly Virtual Volunteer Training (January 2026)

Interested in volunteering with us? Join us Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 5-6pm MT for our monthly virtual volunteer training.
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What You Can Do as a Bystander During Immigration Enforcement Actions

This Know Your Rights document is your guide on actions you can take as a bystander witnessing immigration enforcement activities.
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287(g) Agreements in Utah

A 287(g) agreement gives local police the power to enforce federal immigration law—something they normally cannot do. These agreements turn local officers into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, fueling deportations, racial profiling, and fear in immigrant communities.
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Vonnegut Estate, Authors, and Student Plaintiffs Take Utah to Court Over the Freedom to Read

In Vonnegut v. Utah, plaintiffs argue that portions of HB29 (Sensitive Material Review Law) are unconstitutionally overbroad in violation of the First Amendment.
Issue Areas: First Amendment, Student & Youth Rights

Press Releases

Jan 26, 2026

Comment on HB331 (an anti-protesting bill)

We urge the Legislature to respect the right to free speech and expression of Utahns and refrain from criminalizing conduct protected by the First Amendment.

Jan 24, 2026

ACLU of Minnesota and National ACLU Demand Immediate Action After Federal Agents Kill Another Person

The American Civil Liberties Union and ACLU of Minnesota strongly condemn this killing and demand these violent and dangerous federal agents immediately withdraw from Minnesota — and other communities across the country.

Jan 13, 2026

Comment on HB196 (Harvey Milk Boulevard)

This is one of many bills Rep. Lee has already introduced this legislative session that are vindictive and cruel and do nothing to solve the real, bread and butter issues facing Utahns.

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First Amendment Immigrants' Rights LGBTQ+ Equality Reproductive Freedom Criminal Legal System State Advocacy 287(g) Agreements View All Issues

2026 Utah Legislative Session

Protecting your rights means protecting everyone’s. When elected officials threaten one group’s rights, everyone’s freedom is at risk, including those you care about. When “We The People” take action, we’re doing what’s right.

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