Media Releases & Statements

The ACLU of Iowa has staff in Des Moines to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil rights and civil liberties in Iowa.

Media inquiries should be sent via email to editor@aclu-ia.org or contact Communications Director Veronica Fowler at 515-207-0586.

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Iowa Legislature Fails to Pass HJR 14

The ACLU of Iowa issued the following statement after the Iowa Legislature adjourned and failed to pass HJR 14, a proposed constitutional amendment to restore voting eligibility to Iowans with a felony conviction in their background.

June 14, 2020

Curfews in Iowa Too Broad

The following statement can be attributed to ACLU of Iowa Executive Director Mark Stringer. It has been updated to address curfews throughout Iowa.

May 31, 2020