Press Releases - Page 12 of 81 - ACLU of Massachusetts

Apr 07, 2023

ACLU of Massachusetts Comment on Texas Court Decision Attempting to Block Mifepristone Access

The unprecedented attempt by a single judge in Texas to cut off access to this safe abortion and miscarriage medication poses a grave threat to the health of people seeking care nationwide.

Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom

Apr 07, 2023

Medford passes law requiring community control of public surveillance

We applaud the Medford City Council for passing an ordinance that will empower residents and their elected officials to decide if and how surveillance technologies are used here.

Issue Areas: Privacy and Surveillance

Mar 23, 2023

Advocates call for permanent reforms to guarantee hybrid open meetings

This session, the legislature has the opportunity to pass a new law guaranteeing hybrid public participation in open meetings—now and for the future.

Issue Areas: Government Transparency

Mar 22, 2023

ACLU praises Healey-Driscoll administration guidance for pharmacies to ensure continued access to reproductive health medications

The Healey-Driscoll administration knows what’s at stake: Extremists are pressing for a nationwide ban on all abortion care and contraception.

Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom

Mar 10, 2023

ACLU: Public meetings can be efficient, orderly, and open for public comment after SJC free speech ruling

The ACLU of Massachusetts shares how cities and towns can conduct orderly and efficient government meetings while retaining public comment sessions.

Issue Areas: Government Transparency, Free Speech and Expression

Mar 07, 2023

State’s highest court declares “public comment” restrictions unconstitutional

Our state constitution protects our right to make our voices heard, including by expressing criticism to and about public officials.

Issue Areas: Free Speech and Expression, Government Transparency

Mar 01, 2023

Boston introduces ordinance to make hybrid access to public meetings permanent

The ACLU of Massachusetts supports the proposal to make local government more accessible to all Boston residents.

Issue Areas: Government Transparency

Feb 23, 2023

ACLU of Massachusetts launches Advocates Academy

The program comes as state legislatures and local governments across the country have emerged as key battlegrounds for civil rights, including free speech, privacy, LGBTQ rights, and more.

Issue Areas: Voting Rights, Government Transparency

Feb 22, 2023

Jury sides with Boston man in false arrest case

A federal jury sided with a Boston man after he was falsely arrested in his home by a Boston Police officer, held in jail overnight, and faced criminal charges for months.

Issue Areas: Police Accountability

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