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 send an email to press@aclu-nj.org. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.

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
Oct 31, 2022

Immigrants Gather in Trenton For National Immigrants Day

New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice (NJAIJ) hosted a Trenton Day of Action in commemoration of National Immigrants Day, which celebrates immigrant contributions and marks the anniversary of the Statue of Liberty’s construction.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights
Sep 29, 2022

ACLU-NJ Statement on Confirmation of Matthew J. Platkin as New Jersey Attorney General

Following a vote in the New Jersey State Senate confirming Matthew J. Platkin as New Jersey’s next attorney general, Amol Sinha, Executive Director of the ACLU of New Jersey, issued the following statement.
Issue Areas: Democracy & Civic Engagement, Police & Law Enforcement
Sep 19, 2022

Lowenstein Center for the Public Interest Posts FAQs on Reproductive Rights and Launches Helpline in New Jersey

The ACLU of New Jersey is partnering with Lowenstein Sandler and others to provide legal support for people accessing or providing abortion care in New Jersey.
Issue Areas: Abortion Access, Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom
Aug 16, 2022

ACLU-NJ Issues Recommendations to Create an Inclusive Cannabis Industry, Urges CRC to Prioritize Equity in Adopting Final Regulations

The ACLU of New Jersey today issued recommendations for creating an inclusive and accessible cannabis marketplace and urged the Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) to adopt final regulations that prioritize racial and social justice.
Issue Areas: Drug Decriminalization, Racial & Economic Justice