The ACLU of Connecticut is committed to anti-racism. We believe in eliminating racism and in advancing racial justice, and we support and advocate for changes that actively combat racism and work toward a racially just and equitable Connecticut. From fighting for legislation to combat racial profiling, to litigating cases to challenge discriminatory laws, to pushing for changes to create real equity in opportunity and justice, the ACLU of Connecticut seeks to create a better Connecticut. Because of systemic racism, Connecticut's incarceration and policing systems most harm Black and Latinx people, its budgets invest in over-policing and prisons at the expense of opportunity, and barriers to voting access most disenfranchise Black and Latinx voters. Though generations of activism have led to important gains realizing our country's foundational promise of equality for all people, Connecticut is not immune to systemic racial injustice.
Racial Justice
Open Communities Alliance v Carson
October 23, 2020
Vereen v. Ruffin and Vasquez
April 26, 2016
H.B. 5397, An Act Declaring Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis and Establishing the Office of Gun Violence Prevention and Advisory Council on Gun Violence Prevention
April 1, 2022S.B. 384, An Act Implementing the Treasurer’s Recommendations Concerning the Connecticut Baby Bond Trust Program
March 31, 2022H.B. 5462, An Act Concerning the Removal of Restrictive Covenants in Instruments Affecting Title to Real Property
March 31, 2022
H.B. 5361, An Act Concerning Public Access to Certain Coastal Resources
March 31, 2022H.B. 5392, An Act Concerning Possession of a Firearm on School Grounds By a Police Officer
March 31, 2022H.B. 5412, An Act Concerning a Duty to Retreat in a House of Worship and Senate Bill 392, An Act Concerning the Defense of a Person or a Person’s Dwelling, Place of Work, or Motor Vehicle
March 30, 2022
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