One Year Later: How the Biden Administration is Doing on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

Across our issue areas, the Biden-Harris administration has made some progress — but much work remains to be done.

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We're Suing South Dakota To Defend Reproductive Freedom

A recently filed lawsuit challenges a new rule from the Dept. of Health, created at the direction of Gov. Kristi Noem, that would place medically unnecessary and burdensome restrictions on abortion access in South Dakota.

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Test Your Knowledge on Abortion Rights

With an onslaught of abortion bans before the Supreme Court and Roe v. Wade at risk, we must all learn what we can to protect abortion access.

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Debunking the Myths That Tee Up Anti-Trans Bills

Defending trans athletes' rights in South Dakota requires rooting out inaccurate beliefs underlying harmful policies sweeping through state legislatures. 

By Jett Jonelis

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The ACLU of South Dakota's 2022 Legislative Priorities

We're watching the legislative process closely. Follow this page for updates and alerts.

By Jett Jonelis

Legislative Priorities

Become a Stronger South Dakota Advocate

Advocacy Academy is here to give you the foundational knowledge and skills you need to be an effective advocate for making change.

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South Dakota's Playlist for a Robust Democracy

Legislative advocacy is better with a good soundtrack.

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With Reproductive Freedom in Danger, New Jersey Must Expand Protections and Access

It’s past time for the state to affirm autonomy, racial and economic justice, and community health to ensure that reproductive health care is accessible for all who need it.

Photo: Courtesy of Christopher Lopez. Demonstrators advocate for the passage of New Jersey's Reproductive Freedom Act

Three Reasons Why Congress Must Pass the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Now

Workers still are routinely denied the temporary job changes they need to have healthy pregnancies — but a bipartisan bill is poised to provide millions of workers with these protections.

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