Press Releases

As the leading civil rights organization in our state, the ACLU of North Dakota believes in keeping the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged. For media inquiries, email [email protected]

Apr 05, 2024

ACLU of North Dakota Condemns Proposed GOP Party Resolutions, Urges Focus on Real Issues

We want to see North Dakota policymakers focus on the real issues that really matter – not stoke the ‘culture wars’ at the expense of our civil rights.
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom, LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
Jul 07, 2022

Abortion Rights Advocates in North Dakota Continue Fight, Announce July 9 Rallies Across State

North Dakotans support access to abortion and are ready to fight back against any further restrictions and will be rallying in Bismarck, Minot and Fargo on Saturday.
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom
Jun 24, 2022

Supreme Court Issues Devastating Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade

Abortion Soon Will be Banned in North Dakota; Half the States are Expected to Follow
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom
Feb 11, 2021

Restrictive Zoning Regulations for Abortion Clinics Extreme, Unconstitutional

The ACLU of North Dakota opposes Senate Bill 2323. Prohibiting abortion clinics from getting a permit for new construction or building an addition if the clinic is within a 30-mile radius of a school is extreme, and, if passed, would likely be found unconstitutional.
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom
Mar 28, 2019

ACLU of North Dakota opposes legislation to rescind ratification of Equal Rights Amendment

Leveling the playing field between women and men should be a priority for North Dakota legislators, but House Concurrent Resolution 3037 suggests otherwise.
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom