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.

BREAKING: ACLU of Utah Celebrates Win for Drag Performers’ First Amendment Rights

City of St. George settles with Drag Stars and Mitski Avalōx following ideologically-motivated denial of event permit. Read Here.

ACLU of Utah comment on HB401 (adult-oriented performances ban)

A threat to anyone’s First Amendment rights is a threat to yours. HB401 uses vague, overbroad language, like 'adult-oriented performances,' to criminalize expressive art. Utah is becoming a state of censorship attacking art, culture, and political speech—all protected by the First Amendment.

ACLU of Utah Statement On First Amendment Rights of Campus Protesters

The ACLU of Utah urges campus administrators and law enforcement across the state to respect the First Amendment rights and safety of protestors.
Issue Areas: First Amendment

Let Utah Read Member Organizations Joint Veto Letter on HB 29 (Sensitive Material Review Amendments)

Let Utah Read urges Governor Cox to Veto HB 29 (Sensitive Material Review Amendments). Read here.

ACLU of Utah on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives in Educational institutions

At the ACLU of Utah, we vehemently oppose efforts that threaten to strip away essential components of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) from educational institutions. Read full statement here.

Comment on City of St. George Motion to Dismiss in Drag Stars case

ACLU of Utah released the following comment in response to a recent motion to dismiss filed by the City of St. George. Read here.

BREAKING: A WIN FOR SOUTHERN UTAH DRAG STARS IN COURT; JUDGE GRANTS PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION FOR EVENT PERMIT

Southern Utah Drag Stars will hold its family-friendly drag performance event in St. George, Utah.

Southern Utah Drag Stars File Lawsuit Challenging the City of St. George’s Censorship of Drag Performances

The Southern Utah Drag Stars, represented by the ACLU of Utah, ACLU national, and the law firm Jenner and Block, are taking legal action against the City of St. George, Utah for censoring their family-friendly drag performances.

Veto Letter to Governor Cox on H.B. 427

Read our latest press release on our veto letter to Gov Cox on H.B. 427, highlighting our concerns.