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.
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
VIDEO: ‘SB 4 Is Patently Unconstitutional and Is Bad Policy’
This post originally appeared on the ACLU National website....
This post originally appeared on the ACLU National website....
SB4 Events Around the State
Texas's "show me your papers" law Senate Bill 4 (SB4) is scheduled to take effect September 1st. If enacted, SB4 will put a target on the backs of communities of color, allowing officers to stop people...
Texas's "show me your papers" law Senate Bill 4 (SB4) is scheduled to take effect September 1st. If enacted, SB4 will put a target on the backs of communities of color, allowing officers to stop people...