News & Commentary

With a renewed and fortified spirit, Micci Abbott of Vermilion shares what she learned from the ACLU Membership conference.

Senate Bill 110 attempts to amend a law passed seven years ago that is currently unenforceable and unconstitutional.

We're counting down to our Cheers to Liberty event by spotlighting notable ACLU members and supporters. Bailey Koch is a longtime supporter of the ACLU and is excited to tell us why!

ACLU of South Dakota policy director and lobbyist, Libby Skarin breaks down the good, the bad, and the next steps for us in her Legislative Recap.

Several bills are being considered this week seeking to limit the rights of LGBT people, restrict and criminalize abortion, and chill First Amendment activity. It’s imperative that everyday citizens do the job of showing up, speaking up, and holding representatives accountable for upholding our values.

Plan now to attend a Legislative Coffee or Cracker Barrel: Legislative Coffees and/or Cracker Barrels are held in communities across the state and are attended by the Senators and Representatives who represent that district. These events are a great opportunity to show up and ask questions of your legislators throughout the session. Attend your Legislative Coffee or Cracker Barrel to let your elected officials know that you're paying attention this session!

We are incredibly thankful to have the support of three term South Dakota State Senator Angie Buhl O'Donnell as we bring the Cheers to Liberty event to you in just two short weeks!

As you know, ACLU SD worked on a lot of issues during the 2016 Legislative Session. I’ve already blogged about the slew of anti-LGBT legislation we saw in Pierre this year and detailed our successes there. That was the good news portion of my legislative recap. Today, let’s delve into the bad news: this session was dismal for supporters of women’s reproductive rights.

Each year, the South Dakota Legislature convenes in January and works through March crafting, debating, and passing laws governing our state. Throughout its history, the ACLU of South Dakota has kept tabs on the goings-on in Pierre.