An open letter to state leaders

119 organizations, businesses, and faith communities from across Vermont issued an open letter to Governor Scott and state lawmakers urging them to publicly commit to using the full power of their office to defend our rights, the environment, and our democracy.

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Trump 2.0: Executive Orders, Explained

President Trump has continued signing executive orders targeting the rights of immigrants, LGBTQ people, and more.

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2025 Crossover Updates

Crossover is the deadline for bills to move from one legislative chamber to the other in order to be passed into law that same year.

2025 Policy Priorities: Crossover Updates

Our plan for the future

We have a bold and ambitious vision for a brighter future for Vermont and the country at large, and we are excited to share it with you.

Realizing Vermont's promise of Freedom & Unity: ACLU of Vermont Strategic Plan 2025-2029

An Open Letter to Vermont Colleges & Universities

The ACLU published an open letter to colleges and universities nationwide urging them to reject any federal pressure to surveil or punish international students and faculty based on constitutionally protected speech.

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Make a voting plan & vote your values

When we meet people’s basic needs, everyone can thrive. Vote your values this Town Meeting Day (March 4).

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Resistance and Resilience: "Freedom and Unity" will trump fear and chaos

We are now on the defensive, protecting the basic rights and freedoms that are rightfully ours, and the road ahead will be long and difficult--but our commitment to freedom and unity remains unchanged.

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Yes, It Can Happen Here: How DCF violates the rights of pregnant Vermonters

We're suing DCF and several service providers to vindicate our clients’ rights and ensure something like this never happens again.

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Firewall for Freedom

We have a playbook for defending our fundamental freedoms, which includes a comprehensive, nationwide strategy for protecting access to reproductive care, immigrants' rights, free speech, and more

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