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 26, 2024
Sep 26, 2024
Immigrant Rights Advocates Applaud the Introduction of the Immigrant Trust Act
ACLU-NJ, The New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice, and partners celebrate the introduction of the Immigrant Trust Act in the New Jersey Legislature.
Aug 07, 2024
Aug 07, 2024
On Behalf of Farmworker Advocates, ACLU-NJ, ACLU, and Seton Hall Center for Social Justice File Complaint Seeking to End Wage and Overtime Discrimination
The ACLU of New Jersey, the ACLU Immigrants’ Rights Project, and the Seton Hall Law School Center for Social Justice today filed a complaint on behalf of CATA – a grassroots organization advocating to improve the working and living conditions of farmworkers.
Jan 12, 2024
Jan 12, 2024
ACLU-NJ Responds to Gov. Murphy’s Signing of Multiple Bills to Advance Racial and Social Justice
Following years of advocacy from the ACLU of New Jersey and community partners, Gov. Murphy today signed multiple pieces of legislation that prioritize racial and social justice.
Dec 07, 2023
Dec 07, 2023
NJ Advocacy Organizations Rally at the State House to Press Legislators to Take up the People’s Lame Duck Agenda
An alliance of more than two dozen advocates and community leaders say lawmakers must take action and pass critical legislation to ensure New Jersey is a more welcoming, equitable, accessible, and just state.
Jun 26, 2023
Jun 26, 2023
For Final Week of Budget Negotiations, Immigrant Advocates Take over Trenton
New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice (NJAIJ), alongside 19 host and sponsor organizations, kicked off the final week of budget negotiations with a Trenton Takeover that brought together over 100 advocates, activists, and artists.
May 08, 2023
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.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Oct 31, 2022
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
Mar 28, 2022
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.
Mar 08, 2022
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.
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