American Civil Liberties Union of Florida
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Federal judge blocks enforcement of key section of Florida's new 'anti-riot law'
Civil rights groups this week welcomed a federal district court opinion that found Florida’s “anti-riot law,” House Bill 1, violates the Constitution and chills the legitimate free-speech rights of protesters. -
ACLU sues to have donation cap overturned, citing Free Speech concerns
The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida (ACLU) is suing Florida Secretary of State Laurel Lee alleging that Senate Bill 1890 unconstitutionally abridges First Amendment freedoms. -
Florida Chamber applauds DeSantis for signing ballot initiative bill
The Florida Chamber of Commerce is applauding Gov. Ron DeSantis for signing a bill adding new requirements for amending the state’s constitution through ballot initiatives. -
New class action brought by former felons aims to restore voting rights
Florida's harsh laws regarding disenfranchisement of felons face new challenges from the newly filed class action. -
Ruling allows Leesburg middle school students to form gay straight alliance club
LEESBURG, Fla. - Students at Carver Middle School in Leesburg can move forward with the creation of a gay-straight alliance (GSA) club following a Dec. 6 court ruling. -
Deltona city ordinance raises First Amendment questions, draws harsh criticism
DELTONA -- A newly proposed Deltona city ordinance designed to promote civility among city employees and elected officials is inspiring some very uncivil responses. -
Florida Supreme Court to review Felon Voting Restoration Amendment
MIAMI – A proposed amendment to restore the voting rights of Florida felons after completion of their sentences received just enough signatures to trigger a review by the Florida Supreme Court and a potential place on the November 2018 ballot. -
Voting booth selfies banned in Florida
TALLAHASSEE -- People want to take “selfies” everywhere they go, which includes the voting booth. However, by law, Florida residents cannot take selfies when they vote. -
ACLU director: History plays key role in Florida’s No. 1 disenfranchisement ranking
MIAMI – It turns out Florida’s national top ranking in the number of disenfranchised felons is as much a historic one as it is a political one.