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Aug 23, 2023

Plaintiffs’ Joint Statement on the Evidentiary Hearing for the Preliminary Injunction on SB 49

SB 49 threatens the health and wellbeing of all trans youth in Missouri, as well as all transgender MOHealthNet beneficiaries, young and adult alike. It threatens parental rights and interferes with the...

Aug 21, 2023

ACLU of Missouri’s Statement Ahead of the Preliminary Injunction Hearing against SB 49

Transgender Missourians are taking a stand against an overbearing state legislature and Governor who would strip patients, parents, and medical providers of their rights and require decisions related to...

Aug 1, 2023

Missouri ACLU Sues Platte County School District for Denying Transgender Student Access to Bathroom

“Forcing transgender students to use the bathroom or locker room that matches their sex designated at birth is not only discrimination but dangerous and causes serious harm to Missouri’s youth."

A school chair with the transgender colors of blue, white and pink beside text that reads Trans students deserve to feel safe in school.

Jul 25, 2023

Families and Medical Providers Sue Missouri to Block Transgender Youth Medical Care Ban

"We are frightened and outraged at Missouri's assault on our rights as parents to seek necessary health care for our children," the families said. "SB 49 is an attempt to interfere in our...

Large group of people protesting government attacks on transgender Missourians. One sign reading "Trans Kids Belong Here"

Jul 20, 2023

The Missouri Supreme Court Admonishes the Attorney General for Trampling Missourians’ Constitutional Right to Direct Democracy

“Fitz-James’s constitutional right of initiative petition is being obstructed, and the deadline for submitting signed petitions draws nearer every day.”

Protestors holding pro reproductive freedom signs under the word Victory!

Jul 19, 2023

ACLU of Missouri Comment on the Missouri Supreme Court Hearing for State of Missouri ex rel. Dr. Anna Fitz-James v. Andrew Bailey

The Attorney General’s attempt to impose his will on the people of Missouri by acting on his emotions and political beliefs rather than following the constitution is more consistent with the tendencies of an...