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May 24, 2019
ACLU of Missouri Condemns Governor Parson’s Decision to Ban Abortion at 8-weeks, Will Pursue All Options to Keep this Measure from Going into Effect
Governor Parson’s decision to sign Missouri’s extreme anti-abortion bill into law today is a horrific blow to healthcare in Missouri. This measure will drastically limit the ability of Missourians to access safe, legal abortion care and endanger the lives of minors.
May 17, 2019
Statewide #StopTheBans Coalition Appalled by Missouri Senate’s Decision to Ban Abortion at Eight Weeks
Jefferson City, Mo. -- The statewide #StopTheBans Coalition is dismayed by the Missouri Senate’s decision to ban abortion at eight weeks. This measure will drastically limit the ability of Missourians to access safe, legal abortion care.
May 15, 2019
ACLU-MO Board Considers Bylaws Changes
The ACLU of Missouri would like to inform our Members that our Board of Directors will consider changes to the ACLU-MO bylaws on June 15th.
May 14, 2019
Missouri Sentencing Coalition Applauds Passage of Criminal Justice Reform Measures
Jefferson City – Yesterday, the Missouri Legislature approved HB 192, a proposal that would reform Missouri sentencing law and allow eligible individuals to have earlier parole hearings. HB 192 requires the parole board to evaluate those currently serving mandatory minimums and decide if they should be released.
May 10, 2019
Missouri Immigration Policy Coalition Dismayed With Missouri Legislature’s Bait-And-Switch Maneuver to Block Affordable Tuition Rates For Undocumented Students
Jefferson City, Mo. -- The ACLU of Missouri, part of the Missouri Immigration Policy Coalition, is dismayed that the Missouri Legislature reversed course on House Bill 3 (HB 3), blocking the ability of undocumented students, including DACA recipients, to receive in-state tuition.
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