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.

Media Contact: ACLU of Utah

Email: [email protected]

Oct 08, 2025

Comment on the Lawsuit Challenging HB11 Being Dismissed

We dismissed our lawsuit challenging HB11 while the U.S. Supreme Court considers arguments that could affect our legal path. Our plaintiffs—young, courageous girls—showed remarkable strength under scrutiny.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ Equality
Court Cases: Roe v. Utah High School Activities Association (2022)
Aug 19, 2025

Media Advisory | Off-The-Record: Media & Press Briefing on 287(g) Agreements

The ACLU of Utah invites reporters, editors, producers, and other media professionals to an exclusive, off-the-record briefing on 287(g) agreements.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights, Deportation and Due Process, Criminal Legal System
Aug 15, 2025

Comment on HB11 on UHSSA Not in Contempt of the Court

ACLU of Utah on continuing the fight for transgender athletes in Utah.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ Equality
Court Cases: Roe v. Utah High School Activities Association (2022)
Aug 07, 2025

ACLU of Utah Secures First Amendment Victory in Criminal Case

Judge Grants Dismissal of Charges Against Protester at a 2024 Spring Pro-Palestinian Rally
Issue Areas: First Amendment, Criminal Legal System
Court Cases: State of Utah v. Maryon
Aug 01, 2025

ACLU of Utah on Protest and Legal Requirements 

The ACLU of Utah on legal requirements and protesting.
Issue Areas: First Amendment
Jul 16, 2025

Comment on 287(g) Agreements in Utah County

On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, Utah County Commissioners Will Vote at 2PM on Proposed 287(g) Agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights, Criminal Legal System, Prisons & Jails
Jul 10, 2025

Federal Court Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Order, Certifies Nationwide Class Protecting All Impacted Babies

The federal court in NH agreed once again that President Trump's executive order to restrict birthright citizenship is a blatant violation of the U.S. Constitution.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights
Jun 18, 2025

Supreme Court of the United States Ruling Undermines Protections for Transgender Youth

The American Civil Liberties Union of Utah Foundation, Inc. (ACLU of Utah) responds to Supreme Court Ruling in U.S. v. Skrmetti.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ Equality