Press Releases

As the leading civil rights organization in our state, the ACLU of Wyoming believes in keeping 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. For media inquiries, email [email protected]

Mar 10, 2022

ACLU of Wyoming Responds to Senate Passage of ‘Trigger Ban’ Bill

House Bill 92 mimics other so-called “trigger bans” across the country that would take effect automatically under specific circumstances. But House Bill 92 improperly delegates legislative power to the executive branch.
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom
Mar 09, 2022

Executive Branch Certification Framework Unworkable in House Bill 92, ACLU of Wyoming Says

HB 92 requires Wyoming’s attorney general to determine if and when the United States Supreme Court has overruled Roe, and requires the attorney general to determine if and when a law goes into effect.
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom
Mar 07, 2022

ACLU of Wyoming Comments on Senate Committee Passage of ‘Trigger Ban’ Bill

Everyone deserves the freedom to make their own decisions about their bodies and their futures — including the decision to have an abortion.
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom
Mar 07, 2022

ACLU of Wyoming Files Constitutional Challenge to Teton County 24/7 Program

Organization Argues Program Violates Fourth, Eighth and Fourteenth Amendments
Issue Areas: Smart Justice
Feb 28, 2022

ACLU of Wyoming Comments on Senate Advancement of Anti-Transgender Sports Bill

Senate File 51 is not about leveling the playing field for student athletes. It’s about erasing and excluding trans people from participation in all aspects of public life.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
Feb 23, 2022

Senate Education Committee Passes Discriminatory Anti-Transgender Sports Bill

Senate File 51 violates both the United States Constitution and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act, which protects all students – including those who are transgender – from discrimination based on sex.                                
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
Feb 18, 2022

Senators Vote to Introduce Discriminatory Anti-Trans Legislation

Senate File 51 isn’t motivated by fairness concerns. This bill is motivated by ignorance, misinformation and fear – and it’s unfortunate that seems to be taking priority over the very important budget and redistricting process.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
Feb 02, 2022

ACLU of Wyoming and Wyoming Equality Oppose Discriminatory Anti-Trans Legislation, Ask Legislators to Focus on Budget Session Priorities

Senate File 51 is a distraction from the real priorities – including finalizing the once-in-a decade redistricting plan and spending American Rescue Plan Act funds from the Federal government – that Wyoming legislators must attack during the fast-paced, four-week budget session that starts Feb. 14.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
Jan 26, 2022

ACLU of Wyoming Calls for Fair, Equal Representation During Redistricting Process

When redistricting is conducted properly, district lines are redrawn to reflect population changes and racial diversity. But too often, redistricting is used as a political tool to manipulate the outcome of elections.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights