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ACLU of Hawai‘i asks county leaders not to collaborate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement

The ACLU of Hawaiʻi is investigating concerns about how Immigration and Customs Enforcement warrants are executed, potential use of excessive force, and other violations of law.

ACLU Backs KAHEA, File Amicus Brief

The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawai‘i is stepping into the conflict between KAHEA, an environmental nonprofit, and the State Department of the Attorney General. 

ACLU Pushes ‘Equal Healthcare’ for all

ACLU of Hawai‘i earlier this month urged the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services not to roll back healthcare protections for transgender people.

ACLU Hawai‘i Announces New Board Members

The ACLU of Hawai‘i (ACLU) reports new members for its Board of Directors.

ACLU Hawai‘i Testifies on Director of Public Safety Nomination

The ACLU of Hawai‘i (ACLU) submitted comments on Wednesday, April 3, 2019, to the committee considering the nomination of Nolan Espinda to a second term.

ACLU of Hawai‘i Names Fernandes as Policy Director

The ACLU of Hawai‘i has named Mandy Fernandes as its new Policy Director.

ACLU Report: Bail Practices Prioritize Wealth of Accused Over Community Risk

The report states that the primary reason so many people wait in jail for months is because they cannot afford to get out while waiting for trial.

ACLU Hawaiʻi Issues Texas Travel Advisory

Texas passed a law that gives a green light to police officers in the state to investigate a person’s immigration status during a routine traffic stop.

Groups Issue Joint Statement Opposing Trump’s Immigration Orders

A broad local coalition issued a statement on the steps of the Federal Building yesterday opposing President Donald Trump’s executive orders on immigration.

Complaint Filed Regarding State’s Jail, Prison Status

The ACLU asserts that Hawai‘i prisons and jails do not meet minimum standards and violate Constitutional amendment prohibiting cruel and unusual punishment.