Press

About Our Press and Media Relations

Freedom of the press is part of the fabric of our democracy. It acts as a check against government power and a tool for enabling the public to make informed decisions. This is why we make media relations an essential facet of our work.

The ACLU of Utah has a Communications team to handle media inquiries and requests for comment. Our affiliate is mentioned in over 1.5K media stories per year.

Media Contact

Aaron Welcher, Communications Director

For media inquiries or questions, email Aaron Welcher at [email protected] or fill out our media inquiry/press distribution list form.

Press Releases

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Veto Letter to Governor Cox on HB252

HB252 is a direct attack on the rights of incarcerated people and a clear violation of established legal protections. You have a constitutional duty to veto this bill, not just a political choice.

March 4, 2025

SB199 Leter urging the House to vote no on this expansive and harmful bill

The undersigned disability and civil rights organizations write to express our grave concerns about S.B. 199, “Guardianship Amendments” and urge the House to vote no on this expansive and harmful bill.

February 27, 2025

Comment on HB465 (Encampment Clearing Mandate)

HB465 would force Salt Lake City police to sign a pact with the state Department of Public Safety to clear homeless encampments and target illegal drugs — or give up crucial state funding. If the State wants to address unsheltered encampments, it should put its money where the housing is. Read Here.

February 12, 2025

Veto Letter to Governor Cox on HB269

As Governor, you can stop this intrusion into Utahns’ personal lives by vetoing HB269.

February 10, 2025

BREAKING: ACLU of Utah Celebrates Win for Drag Performers’ First Amendment Rights

City of St. George settles with Drag Stars and Mitski Avalōx following ideologically-motivated denial of event permit. Read Here.

February 7, 2025

Comment on HB300 (ban on vote-by-mail)

"HB300 is a ban on vote-by-mail in Utah and a direct attack on your rights. More than 96% of Utahns rely on this secure, trusted system—but lawmakers are using baseless fraud claims to take it away, proving once again they aren’t interested in protecting your rights," said Aaron Welcher.

February 4, 2025