Press Releases

The ACLU of New Jersey has media staff to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil liberties and constitutional freedoms. To schedule an interview with one of our experts, members of the press can call 973-854-1707 or send an email here. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.

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Assembly Committee Passes New Jersey Voter Empowerment Act

Passing the John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey (NJVEA) will remove barriers to voting and ensure that all voters can make their voices heard.

December 12, 2024

ACLU-NJ Statement on the Cannabis Regulatory Commission's Failure to Meaningfully Increase the SEEF

We are extremely disappointed that the Cannabis Regulatory Commission has failed to live up to its promise to meaningfully reinvest cannabis revenue into communities targeted by decades of marijuana criminalization.

December 12, 2024

ACLU Tells Governors, State Attorneys General, Legislators, and Mayors: Build a Firewall for Freedom to Protect Our Rights During the Second Trump Administration

The American Civil Liberties Union and dozens of state affiliates around the country are asking state and local officials to build firewalls for freedom that would protect fundamental rights from likely attacks during the second Trump administration.

December 11, 2024

ACLU-NJ Statement on the Signing of the Freedom to Read Act (A3446/S2421)

In enacting the Freedom to Read Act, New Jersey is living up to its values by protecting the fundamental rights to freely speak, think, read, and write – especially for those who are most vulnerable.

December 9, 2024

Labor, Faith, Community Coalition Launches ‘Million Voters Project’ to Reach Working Class Voters Ahead of Critical N.J. Governor’s Race

The Project will be the largest non-partisan voter engagement program in state history and seeks to empower voters on the heels of fundamental ballot reforms.

December 4, 2024

ACLU FOIA Litigation Reveals New Information Regarding ICE’s Plans to Expand Immigration Detention in New Jersey

New information revealed as immigrants’ rights advocates prepare for potential mass deportation and detention program under the incoming Trump administration

November 22, 2024