Press Releases

ACLU Vermont Statement on Failure to Override H.72 Veto 

Although the House successfully overrode the governor's veto, it failed in the Senate by one vote. Senators may return on 6/18 to vote again, as one senator expressed intentions to reconsider their "no" vote.

ACLU Vermont Statement on Signing of H.534 into Law

This bill makes it easier to incarcerate people by increasing penalties for low-level thefts. 
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal Reform

ACLU Vermont Statement on Signing of S.58 into Law

This legislation will further criminalize drug-related offenses and charge more juveniles as adults.

ACLU Vermont Report Card Gives Governor Scott a Failing Grade

New ad campaign will raise public awareness about the governor’s record on civil liberties from 2023-2024.

ACLU, Partners Urge Vermont Supreme Court to Reject Penalties for Legal Marijuana Use

State cannot withhold unemployment benefits from people who use medical cannabis off-duty.

ACLU Statement on Governor Scott’s “Bold” Plans for Public Safety

Governor Phil Scott announced yesterday that he would be sending “bold” policy proposals to legislators for consideration in the coming session

ACLU, Partners Call on Legislators to Oppose Plans for Prison Expansion

Proposal to replace and expand CRCF estimated to cost at least $71 million, likely more; additional prison construction costs could exceed $500 million