Press Releases

Mar 17, 2020

Dozens of civil rights groups demand Coronavirus precautions for people in state prisons, jails and federal detention in the Deep South

The coalition of civil rights advocacy organizations are calling on states, in a series of demand letters, to immediately develop evidence-based protocols and proactively plan the prevention and management of a COVID-19 outbreak.
Mar 09, 2020

ACLU of Florida Condemns Passage of E-Verify Bill

We urge House representatives to oppose this bill and prevent our state employers from being forced to participate in one of the largest government surveillance programs in the Country.
Feb 21, 2020

ACLU of Florida Statement Condemns Passage of Bill Requiring Minors to Obtain Parental Consent in Order to Discontinue Their Pregnancy

This bill is unconstitutional, dangerous to minors, and contrary to the will of Floridians.
Feb 18, 2020

Grassroots Organizations Collectively Urge Legislature to Protect Floridian’s Right to Direct Democracy & Oppose Anti-Ballot Initiative Proposals

Floridians’ right to participate in direct democracy is protected by Florida’s constitution. Elected officials should strive to make it easier for the people to access democracy and government at all levels, not harder.
Feb 13, 2020

Voting Rights Groups Call On State Officials to Ensure Florida Is Ready for Elections

Days before the February 18 voter registration deadline, questions remain about whether the online voter registration system is prepared.
Jan 13, 2020

Advocacy groups sue Florida government agencies, University of Florida over discriminatory transgender health-care ban

It’s time for this categorical discrimination to be brought to an end.