Press Releases

Freedom of the press is part of the fabric of our democracy. It acts as a check against government power and a tool for enabling the public to make informed decisions. It’s why we make media relations an essential facet of our work. Our communications team handles all media inquiries.

Apr 30, 2026

Comment on Attorney Fees in Drag Stars v. St. George

When we win in court, attorney’s fees help the ACLU of Utah continue litigating cases like this to protect First Amendment rights.
Issue Areas: First Amendment, LGBTQ+ Equality
Court Cases: Southern Utah Drag Stars v. City of St. George
Apr 29, 2026

SCOTUS Decision: Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Map and Destroys Key Voting Rights Act Provision

As a result, Black voters and other voters of color could face the elimination of districts across the country that have provided fair representation.
Issue Areas: Participatory Democracy & Voting Rights
Apr 23, 2026

Joint Statement From the League of Women Voters of Utah, ACLU of Utah, and ACLU Voting Rights Project 

Plaintiffs Ask Court to Reject DOJ’s Unlawful Demand for Full Access to Utah Voter Rolls
Issue Areas: Participatory Democracy & Voting Rights
Court Cases: U.S. v Deidre Henderson and Utah
Mar 20, 2026

League of Women Voters of Utah, ACLU of Utah, ACLU Voting Rights Project File Motion To Protect Utah Voters’ Privacy

Motion seeks to protect voters from the Trump administration’s demand for sensitive Utah voter data.
Issue Areas: Participatory Democracy & Voting Rights
Court Cases: U.S. v Deidre Henderson and Utah
Mar 16, 2026

Comment on ICE Detention Facility in Salt Lake City

This enormous warehouse was purchased with the intent to detain our neighbors, friends, and families in an industrial building without any public notice or community input.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights, Deportation and Due Process
Mar 11, 2026

Veto Letter to Governor Cox on HB495

The ACLU of Utah strongly urges Governor Cox to veto House Bill 495, Capital Felony Case Amendments.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal System, State Advocacy
Mar 05, 2026

Veto Letter to Governor Cox on HB209

The ACLU of Utah strongly urges Governor Cox to veto House Bill 209, Voting Amendments.
Issue Areas: Participatory Democracy & Voting Rights, State Advocacy
Mar 03, 2026

Veto Letter to Governor Cox on HB174

The ACLU of Utah strongly urges Governor Cox to veto House Bill 174, Sex Characteristic Change Treatment Amendments.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ Equality
Mar 02, 2026

Veto Letter to Governor Cox on HB274

The ACLU of Utah strongly urges Governor Cox to veto House Bill 274, “Sentencing Amendments.”
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal System