News and Commentary

As the leading civil rights organization in the Lone Star State, we at the ACLU of Texas believe it is our duty to keep the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged.

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Oct 19, 2017

Jane Doe Wants an Abortion but the Government Is Hell Bent on Stopping Her

After Jane Doe, a 17-year-old immigrant from Central America, found out she was pregnant last month, she decided to have an abortion. But the Office of Refugee Resettlement — the federal government agency...

By Stacy Sullivan, Associate Director of Strategic Communications, ACLU

Sep 22, 2017

The Fight to Kill Texas’ Anti-Immigrant Law SB4 Is Not Over, But We Have the Constitution on Our Side

The fight to kill SB4, Texas’ unconstitutional anti-immigrant law, is not over yet.

Following a...

The fight to kill SB4, Texas’ unconstitutional anti-immigrant law, is not over yet.

Following a...

People rally outside of the Appeals court in New Orleans to block SB4

Sep 8, 2017

SB4, DACA, and the Long Fight Ahead for Texas Immigrants

With SB4 blocked and DACA rescinded, Texas’s immigrant communities face a future of fear and uncertainty.

Aug 30, 2017

Why Are Border Sheriffs Rushing to Adopt Iris-Recognition Technology?

President Trump’s border wall proposal is on the ropes, but that has not discouraged border sheriffs from pitching their own misguided scheme. According to a ...

By By Matthew Cagle, Technology and Civil Liberties Policy Attorney,, ACLU of Northern California

President Trump’s border wall proposal is on the ropes, but that has not discouraged border sheriffs from pitching their own misguided scheme. According to a ...

By By Matthew Cagle, Technology and Civil Liberties Policy Attorney,, ACLU of Northern California

Aug 30, 2017

Hurricane Harvey Resources

The days and weeks after Hurricane Harvey are going to be hard for many families in Texas. We put together a list of resources to help assist community members in need.

Texas Immigrant Rights...

The days and weeks after Hurricane Harvey are going to be hard for many families in Texas. We put together a list of resources to help assist community members in need.

Texas Immigrant Rights...

Aug 29, 2017

Undocumented and Seeking Safety During a Natural Disaster

Hurricane Harvey has already resulted in at least 10 deaths and dozens of injuries. Unfortunately, immediate relief is not in sight for Texas residents. As individuals, families, and entire communities...