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

Mar 30, 2022

Advocacy Organizations Respond to Formation of Legislative Committee to Review Implementation of Marijuana Legalization

New Jersey can be a national leader by prioritizing equity and building a cannabis industry that reflects the diversity of the state. The goals of creating an inclusive industry, promoting racial justice, and beginning to repair the harms of prohibition are too important to be rushed.
Issue Areas: Drug Decriminalization, Racial & Economic Justice
Mar 28, 2022

Immigrant, Civil Rights, and Family Advocates Applaud Introduction of Language Access Bill

Senator Ruiz’s bill S2459 would position New Jersey with the nation's most inclusive language access plan.
Issue Areas: Language Access & Accessibility, Immigrants' Rights
Mar 18, 2022

ACLU-NJ Statement on Additional Early Releases under Public Health Emergency Credit Law

As a result of the Public Health Emergency Credit Law and the legal advocacy that preceded it, more than 8,200 people will be released early from prison and jail.
Issue Areas: Decarceration
Mar 16, 2022

ACLU of New Jersey Expands Team with Addition of Three New Senior Positions

The organization has hired a deputy director and chief operating officer, director of finance, and deputy policy director, bringing full-time staff to 30 strong.
Mar 10, 2022

ACLU of New Jersey Calls for Total Ban on Use of Facial Recognition Technology by Law Enforcement

In comments to the NJ Attorney General, ACLU-NJ and partners caution against the uniquely dangerous threats to civil liberties and racial justice that facial recognition technology poses.
Issue Areas: Speech, Privacy & Technology, Police & Law Enforcement, Racial & Economic Justice
Mar 08, 2022

ACLU of New Jersey Urges Governor and Legislature to Prioritize Equity in FY23 Budget

ACLU-NJ recommends further funding for pandemic relief, rental assistance, and universal representation and calls for inclusive process in determining how cannabis community reinvestment dollars are spent.
Issue Areas: Racial & Economic Justice, Immigrants' Rights, Housing, Immigration Enforcement & Detention, Drug Decriminalization
Mar 03, 2022

Court Grants Final Approval of Settlement that Reforms Special Education Services in New Jersey Prisons, Negotiated Relief Now Takes Effect

The case, Adam X. et al. v. New Jersey Department of Corrections and Department of Education et al., was filed in January 2017. The settlement offers a national model for special education services in prison.
Issue Areas: Students' & Youth Rights, Disability Rights, Prisons & Jails
Court Cases: Adam X v. NJ Departments of Corrections and Education