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Jan 27, 2022
Dec 09, 2021
Dec 09, 2021
Advocates Urge Lawmakers to Vote Yes on the Values Act for a More Fair, More Welcoming NJ
The Values Act, A6222, prevents local resources from being used for federal immigration enforcement and strengthens the Immigrant Trust Directive to better protect Black and brown New Jerseyans.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Oct 04, 2021
Oct 04, 2021
ACLU-NJ Files Brief in Case Defending Protesters Subjected to Unconstitutional Restraining Order Outside County Executive’s House
Hudson County officials sought court order to suppress speech by peaceful demonstrators against the county’s immigration detention contract, and now seek permanent restrictions on protest.
Jun 30, 2021
Jun 29, 2021
Jun 24, 2021
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