Press Releases - ACLU of Utah

Sep 16, 2026

UTAH FEDERAL COURT DENIES MOTION TO DISMISS OUR BOOK BAN CASE

In its order, the court affirmed that our challenge to Utah’s book ban law is properly before the court.

Court Cases: Vonnegut v. Utah

Aug 24, 2026

Comment on Sale of Proposed Ice Detention Warehouse

Every person deserves dignity, due process, and to be treated with humanity.

Aug 12, 2026

Comment on "Mormon Stories" Amicus Brief

Trademark law is a shield to defend against consumer confusion—not a sword to attack speech protected by the First Amendment

Issue Areas: First Amendment

Court Cases: Amicus Brief in INTELLECTUAL RESERVE, INC. et al., v. OPEN STORIES FOUNDATION, et al.

Jun 30, 2026

Comment on Supreme Court Ruling on Transgender Youth in Sports

We will continue to advocate for Utah's youth to have equal opportunities to excel and affirm their self-worth.

Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ Equality

Jun 9, 2026

Comment on SLC & SLCo. DHS Warehouse Lawsuit

We applaud Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County’s lawsuit that demands the Trump Administration follow the law.

Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

Jun 4, 2026

Comment on Gov. Cox's declaration of June as “Fidelity Month”

Members of our LGBTQ+ community are a vital part of Utah's social fabric.

Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ Equality

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

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