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ACLU lawyers and advocates are among the nation's leading experts on civil liberties and constitutional freedoms. They are regularly sought out by leading broadcast, print and online media to lend an essential voice to the conversation about some of the most important issues facing the nation.

Please contact Sam Petto, Communications Director, for all press inquiries. (402) 476-8091.

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UNO Study Shows Nebraska Continues to Waste Taxpayer Dollars on Marijuana Arrests

LINCOLN, Neb – Earlier this week, the University of Nebraska at Omaha

May 20, 2016

ACLU: Governor Ricketts Stop Playing Politics with the Wellbeing of Nebraska Students & Taxpayer Funds

Lincoln, Neb – On Friday, May 13 the Departments of Education and Justice announced comprehensive guidance that requires schools to treat transgender students

May 17, 2016

A history of supporting academic freedom

Free speech is important to each and every American.

For some, the ability to speak freely is a part of their job.

April 14, 2016

ACLU: New Rules for Jails will Strengthen Family Ties, Reduce Recidivism

New rules from the FCC prevent private companies from excessively profiting off of those behind bars

April 14, 2016

ACLU Statement on defeat of LB 975

LINCOLN, Neb – Today the Nebraska Legislature did not advance a bill that would have allowed religious child welfare agencies the ability to turn away potential foster or adoptive parents on religious grounds. The following statement can be attributed to Danielle Conrad, Executive Director:

April 1, 2016

ACLU Statement on LB 586 Bracket

LINCOLN, Neb – Today the Nebraska Legislature failed to move forward a bill that would have expanded existing employment protections to LGBT Nebraskans. The legislation, LB 586, was introduced by Senator Adam Morfeld.

March 23, 2016