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We're calling on our elected officials to refuse to allow local law enforcement officers to act as ICE agents. Will you join us? Add your name here to take a stand against 287(g) in Wyoming.
Stop the Spread of 287(g) Agreements in Wyoming
Please take action!
action.aclu.org
When it comes to decisions that affect our communities so drastically like 287(g) agreements, Wyomingites deserve a transparent, democratic process. That hasn’t happened. Instead, laws have been applied inconsistently across the state. Read about the results of our public records requests here.
Public Records Requests Result in Inconsistent Authorization of 287(g) Across Wyoming - ACLU of Wyoming
The ACLU of Wyoming shares results of public records requests filed with the Wyoming Highway Patrol and 7 other counties that have active 287(g) agreements with ICE.
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We were in court this morning for a hearing on our lawsuit against the Laramie County Sheriff's Office for its 287(g) agreements that were signed without authorization from the Laramie County Commission or input from the community. (1/3)
Join the ACLU of Wyoming tomorrow for People Power in the Park! We'll be hosting an evening of community and conversations with others who care about protecting our rights and freedoms. Find the registration link in the article below, and we'll see you there!
ACLU of Wyoming to host People Power in the Park, chats about civil liberties
JACKSON, Wyo. — On Friday, July 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., in Phil Baux Park, the ACLU of Wyoming will host People Power in the Park. The event is intended to get the community involved with conversa...
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BREAKING: The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's executive order attempting to overturn birthright citizenship. This historic decision reaffirms that the Constitution — not the president — defines who gets to be a citizen.
Capital punishment is an intolerable denial of civil liberties and is inconsistent with the fundamental values of our democratic system. ⬇️
Idaho's Reviving The Firing Squad. Wyoming Almost Did For Dale Wayne Eaton
Idaho is switching from lethal injections to firing squad executions on July 1. Wyoming almost added firing squad executions as an alternate method in…
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ACT NOW: We're calling on our elected officials to refuse to allow local law enforcement officers to act as ICE agents. Will you join us? Add your name to take a stand against 287(g) in Wyoming.
Stop the Spread of 287(g) Agreements in Wyoming
Please take action!
action.aclu.org
Two passengers in a minivan that had been going 12 miles per hour over the limit were taken into custody in Laramie County last month. One of those passengers was Christian Rodriguez. 🧵1/5
After filing a lawsuit against the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office over its immigration enforcement agreements, we're looking into other agencies with contracts with ICE. Depending on what we find and the case’s outcome, more legal action may follow.
ACLU eyes other agencies following immigration lawsuit against Laramie County Sheriff’s Office - WyoFile
Organization says it's looking at how other agencies implement 287(g) agreements, a mechanism for “expanding mass deportation,” and may consider further legal action.
wyofile.com
When it comes to decisions like this that affect our communities so drastically, Wyomingites deserve a transparent, democratic process — not unilaterally-signed agreements that fundamentally change how our local law enforcement works.
Hot Springs County becomes Wyoming’s 13th participating agency with ICE
Mid-May signings follow a trend of rapid teaming up with little public notice, says ACLU.
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If you missed the news, we filed a lawsuit challenging Laramie County's 287(g) agreements. But what does all that really mean? We're here to answer your questions. Join us at 5:30 PM on Monday, June 8 for a virtual forum surrounding our new lawsuit. Find out more information at the link below.
Virtual Forum: ACLU WY Lawsuit & 287(g) Agreements - ACLU of Wyoming
If you missed the news, the ACLU of Wyoming filed a lawsuit challenging Laramie County's 287(g) agreements.
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BREAKING: We’re suing the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office for its 287(g) agreements.
By completing our legal observer training in Laramie on June 5 and joining our volunteer legal observer team, you can do your part to uphold the First Amendment. Will you help us protect protesters, hold law enforcement accountable, and defend our free society? Register here to reserve your spot.
Legal Observer Training - Laramie - ACLU of Wyoming
The need for legal observers is critical to deter unlawful governmental intervention at protests and document potential abuse of power as more and more people are making their voices heard by marching...
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Indigenous voters in Fremont County, who just want a fair shot at participation in the political process, deserve to have their vote matter as much as any other and are constitutionally owed the opportunity to elect candidates who represent them and their communities.
‘Representation matters’
Gray urges Fremont County redistricting with elections around the corner
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🧑🏽🎓WY students, know your rights! There are federal laws that protect public school students’ rights to wear tribal regalia during commencement. 📚Learn about your right to wear tribal regalia at graduation here!
Know Your Rights: Tribal Regalia - ACLU of Wyoming
There are various state and federal laws that protect public school students’ rights to wear tribal regalia during commencement. Graduation from high school is a pivotal, once-in-a-lifetime achievemen...
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A temporary restraining order against the most recent abortion ban in our state has been granted. This allows Wyomingites to once again access crucial health care while the lawsuit to block the ban entirely plays out in court. Our elected officials have no place governing our health care.
BREAKING: Common Cause and the ACLU are suing to stop the DOJ from abusing sensitive voter information obtained from 12 states, including Wyoming. Stockpiling Americans’ voter data and creating a national database to surveil and purge voters is a threat to our privacy and voting rights.
Civil rights groups sue to keep DOJ from reviewing state voter lists
Civil-rights groups are suing to prevent the Justice Department from collecting and reviewing state registration lists to weed out ineligible voters.
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“All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and the State wherein they reside.” – 14th Amendment, United States Constitution
Privacy is essential — especially as related to a right as fundamental as voting. The ACLU of Wyoming continues to condemn Secretary of State Chuck Gray for putting our sensitive personal information at risk and we will follow any new developments closely.
Cheyenne Attorney Files Complaint For Criminal Investigation Of Chuck Gray
A Cheyenne-based attorney is asking Wyoming authorities to investigate Secretary of State Chuck Gray for alleged election-related crimes. George Powers…
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Hey, Laramie! Do you know your rights when interacting with police and ICE? Join us on Friday, April 17, as we explain how to protect your rights in various situations, such as interactions with ICE and law enforcement, protests, and more. RSVP now! www.aclu-wy.org/event/know-y...
Know Your Rights: Interacting with Police & ICE - ACLU of Wyoming
Everyone has basic rights under the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws. When you know what the law says, you can be better equipped to protect yourself, your family, and your community. Join us i...
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“We bishops advocate for a meaningful reform of our nation’s immigration laws and procedures. Human dignity and national security are not in conflict. Both are possible if people of good will work together.” wyofile.com/wyoming-bish...
Wyoming bishop calls on Catholic community to approach immigration with compassion - WyoFile
In a letter distributed during Sunday Mass across Wyoming, Bishop Steven Biegler offered the Church's teaching on immigration as a starting place for dialogue.
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In Wyoming, 53.7% of the population have a sheriff with a 287(g) agreement, but the statewide agencies that have signed on to do ICE's work for them expand that reach to every corner of our state.
Our legal observers protect protesters, hold law enforcement accountable, and defend our free society. If you're ready to take action and protect our First Amendment freedoms, join us in Cheyenne on April 11 for our next training!
Legal Observer Training - Cheyenne - ACLU of Wyoming
Protest has been a tried-and-true way to create change for centuries – and these days, more and more people are making their voices heard by marching in the streets. We love to see people exercising t...
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Catch up on the headlines you may have missed this week.
We're coming to Rock Springs this weekend for two special training sessions: 🚨Friday @ 6:30 PM Know Your Rights: Interacting with Police and ICE 🪧Saturday @ 10 AM: Legal Observer Training All are welcome to participate in one of these trainings, or better yet, join us for both by registering here!
Rock Springs Trainings - ACLU of Wyoming
We are up against a coordinated assault on our constitutional rights. Your community needs you. When you know what the law says, you can be better equipped to protect yourself, your family, and your c...
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Protecting our civil rights and civil liberties today and every day. Happy 307 Day, Wyoming! #307Day
Let's raise a glass to each other and the work that we can do together at our Pints & Politics event in Jackson! 🍻 Join us on March 18 at Snake River Brewing to connect with fellow civil rights advocates in Wyoming. First 50 people to RSVP get a free beer on us!
Pints & Politics: Jackson - ACLU of Wyoming
Community, connections, and conversation are on tap. But happy hour won't be as happy without you! Join the ACLU for Pints & Politics, your chance to socialize with advocates for civil rights, changem...
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Good. Wyoming lawmakers have just 20 days to pass a budget this session. What they don't have time for are harmful and unnecessary election bills.
Lawmakers shoot down slate of election bills on day one - WyoFile
Six committee-sponsored election bills failed introduction in the Wyoming House. Another died in the Senate.
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