The ACLU of Kansas is never busier than when the Legislature is in session. Either independently or with our partners in various and diverse coalitions, we work to protect civil liberties for all Kansans by either placing, supporting, altering, or defeating legislation that would threaten those civil liberties.
The ACLU of Kansas supports the passage of HB 2133 restricting the use of so-called “no-knock warrants” as a first step toward banning this dangerous practice. No-knock warrants rely on the element of...
During last summer’s town halls, we saw a phenomenal outpouring of civic engagement from our communities. Kansans from across the state tuned in, showed up, and provided comment on redistricting. Two themes...
During last summer’s town halls, we saw a phenomenal outpouring of civic engagement from our communities. Kansans from across the state tuned in, showed up, and provided comment on redistricting. Two themes...
We want voters to have a good experience participating in democracy, to feel confident that their vote counts and is counted. This past election cycle in Kansas proved the value of flexibility in providing...
We support HB 2147 as a positive step toward a more just and equitable criminal legal system. Although we support the bill as written, we offer a few amendments to strengthen the bill’s impact on low income...