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.
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Sep 19, 2022
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.
Jun 24, 2022
Jun 24, 2022
ACLU of New Jersey Responds to U.S. Supreme Court’s Devastating Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade
As anti-abortion politicians plan to push a nationwide ban, NJ has taken important steps to protect reproductive autonomy by passing the Freedom of Reproductive Choice Act – but much more is needed to expand access to abortion in New Jersey.
May 03, 2022
May 03, 2022
ACLU of New Jersey Responds to Leaked SCOTUS Draft Opinion That Would Deprive Half the Country of Reproductive Freedom
"The decision of when and whether to have a child is a fundamental human right, and the U.S. Supreme Court’s actions on Roe v. Wade threaten to upend core autonomy and privacy rights in many parts of our country."
Jan 13, 2022
Jan 13, 2022
With Signing of Law Declaring Abortion a Fundamental Right, ACLU-NJ Issues a Call to Expand Access for All New Jerseyans
Governor Murphy today signed A6260/S49, which declares the right to abortion as part of a strong codification of the right to reproductive autonomy in the Garden State.
Jan 10, 2022
Jan 10, 2022
ACLU-NJ Calls on Legislators and Governor Murphy to Go Beyond Declaring Right to Abortion and Expand Access for All New Jerseyans
The full New Jersey State Legislature will vote today on A6260/S49, a bill that would codify the existing right to abortion for New Jerseyans currently protected by state case law.
Dec 21, 2021
Dec 21, 2021
National Groups Call on NJ Leadership to Pass Reproductive Freedom Act
With legislative session coming to a close, 17 national organizations pressure Senate President Sweeney and Assembly Speaker Coughlin to pass the Reproductive Freedom Act in its entirety.
Nov 15, 2021
Nov 08, 2021
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