Press Releases

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ACLU on Gov.’s Budget Proposal: Off to Good Start to Protect California’s Most Vulnerable

Governor’s Proposed budget would end license suspensions for failure to pay; advocates ask for funding for legal representation for immigrants facing deportation.

Richmond City Council Adopts Fair Chance Housing Ordinance

New ordinance prohibits affordable housing providers from using “blanket bans” against individuals with criminal records

ACLU Applauds California Lawmakers for Standing by Immigrant Communities

Organization supports legislation introduced today to protect immigrants from preventable deportations.

ACLU Files Suit Seeking Information on ICE Policies for Asylum Seekers

Nationwide shift in detention polices has led to widespread denial of parole