Press Releases - Page 13 of 68 - ACLU of New Jersey

May 08, 2023

As Committee Hearings Resume, Advocates Demand Action for Immigrant Protections

Across the state, community leaders and organizations are mobilizing support for the Values Act.

Apr 24, 2023

Thrive NJ Coalition Statement on Nationwide Threats to Medication Abortion

The Thrive NJ Coalition is repulsed by the anti-abortion, extremist attacks against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of the abortion medication mifepristone.

Issue Areas: Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom

Mar 27, 2023

ACLU-NJ Statement in Response to OAG Takeover of Paterson Police Department

"We hope that this process is a collaborative one that will help bring about trust and integrity to the Paterson Police Department, and safety from police violence for the people of Paterson."

Issue Areas: Police & Law Enforcement

Mar 16, 2023

ACLU-NJ Statement in Response to the Release of Najee Seabrooks Body Camera Footage

The disturbing videos put out today reinforce a reality: deep investment in non-law enforcement first responses to mental health calls is an urgent and life-saving need.

Issue Areas: Police & Law Enforcement, Criminal Legal System

Mar 08, 2023

ACLU of New Jersey Files Complaints on behalf of New Mothers Alleging Hospitals’ Practice of Drug Testing Pregnant Patients is Discrimination Based on Sex and Pregnancy

Two mothers were drug tested without their knowledge or informed consent, and without medical necessity upon arriving at the hospital to give birth.

Issue Areas: Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom

Feb 28, 2023

The ACLU of New Jersey Calls on Gov. Murphy and Legislature to Invest in Civil Rights, Civil Liberties, and the Well-Being of all New Jerseyans

ACLU-NJ today urged the Governor and Legislature to prioritize equity in the state’s 2024 budget.

Dec 19, 2022

Social Justice Advocates Send Letter to New Jersey Legislature Strongly Opposing Recent Spate of Unnecessary “Tough-on-Crime” Bills

The ACLU of New Jersey along with more than 25 partners today submitted a letter to New Jersey Senators and Assemblymembers expressing strong opposition to recent “tough-on-crime" legislation that would roll back successful criminal legal reforms.

Issue Areas: Criminal Legal System

Dec 08, 2022

ACLU-NJ Submits Comments on Proposed Rules for Freedom of Reproductive Choice Act Implementation

The ACLU of New Jersey submitted comments on the proposed rules for the implementation of the Freedom of Reproductive Choice Act issued by the Department of Banking and Insurance.

Issue Areas: Abortion Access, Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom

Nov 20, 2022

ACLU-NJ Statement in Response to Lawmakers' Decision to Not Introduce a Constitutional Amendment on Abortion

We commend legislative leaders for recognizing the concerns raised by providers and advocates about a possible constitutional amendment, and urge them to prioritize what is needed: immediate action to extend equitable access to reproductive health care, including abortion, to all in New Jersey.

Issue Areas: Abortion Access, Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom

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