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Jun 28, 2023
Jun 28, 2023
ACLU of New Jersey Releases Report, Based on Newly Acquired Statewide Data, with Recommendations to End Mass Incarceration
“Decarcerating New Jersey: A Transformative Vision of Justice” outlines data-driven policy change, calls for the rejection of fearmongering, and details how NJ can continue to be a national leader in decarceration
Jun 20, 2023
Jun 20, 2023
Public health & civil rights leaders condemn Senate passage of fentanyl penalty upgrade bill (S-3325)
Earlier today, the New Jersey State Senate approved a bill upgrading fentanyl penalties (S-3325) by a vote of 32-0. Policy experts issued the following statements.
May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023
40+ Public Health, Recovery, & Racial Justice Orgs Oppose New Harsh Fentanyl Penalties (S3325)
Public health, recovery, and racial justice organizations sent a letter to the Senate Budget Committee, along with legislative leadership and Governor Murphy, urging them to oppose Senate Bill 3325, which proposes harsh new penalties for fentanyl.
Aug 16, 2022
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.
May 25, 2022
May 25, 2022
Social Justice Groups Object to Increasing Police Presence at NJ Schools in Wake of Texas Shooting
New Jersey Institute for Social Justice, the New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice, the ACLU of New Jersey, and the Education Law Center call for effective action over harmful knee-jerk reactions.
May 25, 2022
May 25, 2022
Civil Rights Leaders Say No to Increasing Law Enforcement Officers to Address Public Safety Concerns
Increased investments in law enforcement officers and surveillance technology do not improve public safety. Time and time again, history has shown us that increased funding to police harms communities of color the most.
May 05, 2022
May 05, 2022
Advocacy Groups Call for Increased Rental Assistance for Low-Income Households to Avoid Preventable Evictions and Continue COVID-19 Recovery Efforts
The ACLU-NJ joined 11 organizations in signing an open letter urging the NJ Legislature to allocate $500 million in rental assistance for low-income families in New Jersey.
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Racial & Economic Justice
Apr 12, 2022
Apr 12, 2022
NJ's Failure to Follow Graduation Agreement Puts Diplomas at Risk for Thousands
High school seniors, school districts scrambling to file portfolio appeals
Mar 30, 2022
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.
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