Press Releases

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.

Leaked SCOTUS Opinion Indicates Court May Overturn Roe

A leaked draft opinion shows the Supreme Court poised to overturn Roe v. Wade and jeopardize abortion access for half the nation.

Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Found to Lack Standing to Challenge Marsy's Law

The Kentucky Supreme Court dismissed a challenge to Marsy's Law because the challengers lacked standing. They did not rule on the merits. Marsy's won't support crime victims, but will harm due process, clog the courts, and waste tax dollars.

15-Week Abortion Ban Blocked by Federal Court, ACLU-KY Continues Challenge to House Bill 3

Abortion care remains legal and our client can once again provide that care up to 22 weeks. We're still fighting in federal court to keep it that way.

15-Week Abortion Ban Still Stands in Kentucky, ACLU-KY Seeks Immediate Relief in Federal Court

Abortion care remains legal and you can once again access that care in Kentucky, but the patently unconstitutional 15-week ban in House Bill 3 still stands. We're fighting in federal court.

Federal Court Blocks Unconstitutional Abortion Restrictions in Kentucky

A US District Court has blocked enforcement of HB3, the abortion ban that stopped all abortions in Kentucky at all stages of pregnancy. Abortion care remains legal and you can once again access that care in Kentucky.

Kentucky Legislature Overrides Governor’s Veto, Planned Parenthood and ACLU Sue to Block Law’s Unconstitutional Abortion Restrictions

The Kentucky General Assembly voted to override Governor Beshear's veto of HB3. We're suing.

Statement Regarding New Classroom Censorship Law, Senate Bill 1

Kentucky lawmakers overrode Governor Beshear's veto of SB1, enacting a law that will censor classroom discussions and threaten teachers with criminal penalties.

Statement on New Law to Ban Trans Girls from Girls' Sports, Senate Bill 83

The Kentucky General Assembly overrode Governor Beshear's veto of Senate Bill 83 to ban trans girls from girls' sports. SB83 is rooted in hate and unconstitutional.