Press Releases

ACLU of Kentucky Statement on Thurman v Crews Settlement

The ACLU of Kentucky has reached a settlement in Thurman v Crews. The religious liberty suit was filed in April of 2022, after Mr. Carlos Thurman submitted a grievance against a Department of Corrections (DOC) policy related to dreadlocks and other natural hair styles.
Issue Areas: Religious Liberty

ACLU-KY Asks Federal Court to Uphold LGBTQ Protections in Louisville Fairness Ordinance

We're asking a federal appeals court to uphold Louisville’s LGBTQ anti-discrimination protections after a lower court allowed a photographer to discriminate based on sexual orientation.

ACLU-KY Files Federal Lawsuit Over Religious Liberty Violations in Kentucky Prison

Prison officials violated Carlos Thurman's religious liberties when they forcibly cut his hair. We're suing in federal court.

Statement Regarding HB43, New Law to Give Religious Organizations Legal Immunity

Governor Beshear signed HB43 into law. It is poorly drafted and would provide unprecedented criminal and civil immunity for religious organizations.
Issue Areas: Religious Liberty

Statement on Final Passage of House Bill 9 to Divert Public Dollars from Public Schools

HB9 would divert public school dollars into unaccountable charter schools that could deny students access based on race, religion, sexual orientation, or ability.

Statement Regarding House Passage of HB43 to Give Religious Organizations Legal Immunity

House Bill 43 is poorly drafted legislation that would provide unprecedented criminal and civil immunity for religious organizations.
Issue Areas: Religious Liberty