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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.
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Mar 25, 2019
Mar 25, 2019
ACLU of Utah Submits Brief in Support of Undocumented Immigrants Being Admitted to the Utah State Bar
The ACLU was among 11 institutions and law firms submitting amicus briefs in the case of Mary Doe and Jane Doe, two Utah residents and law school graduates with DACA status petitioning to join the Utah State Bar to practice law in this state.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Mar 14, 2019
Mar 14, 2019
ACLU of Utah Says Lawsuit Inevitable if 18-Week Abortion Ban Is Signed into Law
The ACLU of Utah believes that laws banning abortion prior to viability, like HB136, are in clear violation of a woman’s constitutionally protected right to an abortion.
Issue Areas:
Gender Equality
Feb 25, 2019
Jan 30, 2019
Dec 18, 2018
Dec 18, 2018
Disability Law Center and ACLU Reach Settlement to Strengthen Legal Representation for Guardianship Hearings in Utah
In November 2018, the Disability Law Center and the ACLU reached a settlement with the State of Utah to strengthen legal protections for adults with disabilities involved in guardianship proceedings with their parents.
Issue Areas:
Student & Youth Rights
Court Cases:
Disability Law Center v. Utah (2017)
Nov 02, 2018
Nov 02, 2018
ACLU of Utah Urges County Clerks to Increase Visibility and Awareness of Election Day Registration
As Election Day approaches on November 6, the ACLU of Utah urges county clerks in Utah to increase visibility and awareness of Election Day Registration on their websites and in their training.
Issue Areas:
Participatory Democracy
Oct 11, 2018
Oct 11, 2018
ACLU Survey Finds Some Counties in Utah Unprepared for Election Day Registration this November
The American Civil Liberties Union of Utah (ACLU of Utah) today expressed concerns on whether all county clerks are ready to implement these modifications.
Issue Areas:
Participatory Democracy
Aug 03, 2018
Aug 03, 2018
ACLU of Utah opposes work requirements in Utah Medicaid waiver proposal
On Friday, August 4, 2018, the ACLU of Utah submitted a public statement in opposition to the work requirements requested in the "1115 Primary Care Network Demonstration Waiver."
Issue Areas:
Disability Rights
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