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Plan Your Vote!

Are you getting ready to vote? Find everything you need to plan your vote here.
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The Growing Threat of Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) Data Sharing and the Need for Transparency

In November 2025, the ACLU of Connecticut filed 94 public records requests with police departments across the state to obtain information about our state and municipal law enforcement's use of automatic license plate reader (ALPR) technology, like Flock Safety camera systems, to track drivers' movements and enable data sharing across state lines.
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Join Our August Office Hour!

Want to know about our work? Or how to get involved? Join our August Office Hour and ask!
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Volunteer With Us!

No matter where you live in Connecticut, you can make an impact. Volunteer with us!

Press Releases

Aug 3, 2026

Settlement Reached with the Connecticut Department of Correction: Advances Protections for Incarcerated People with Mental Illness

Jul 20, 2026

Federal Court Rejects Trump Administration Bid to Access Connecticut Voter Information

U.S. District Court dismisses Department of Justice lawsuit against Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas, protecting the personal data of Connecticut’s registered voters

Jun 30, 2026

ACLU of Connecticut Statement on Supreme Court Rulings on Transgender Student Athletes and Birthright Citizenship

Issues We're Monitoring

Economic Justice Housing Reproductive Justice Disability Rights Smart Justice Youth and Student Rights Women's Rights View All Issues

August Office Hour: Community Connection

We want to connect with you all! This month, join us for a community connection office hour, where you can connect with staff, ask questions, and learn more about the work the ACLU is doing in Connecticut and across the country.

Whether you're curious about our current case load, looking to get involved, or just want to say hello, we’d love to hear from you! There’s no formal agenda—just timely updates, followed by open conversation and connection. Register to join us on Wednesday, August 19th at 6 PM ET here.

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Featured Legislation

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The CT Voting Rights Act (CTVRA)

Fighting discrimination against voters of color and protecting the right to vote.