Ohio Redistricting - Interested Party Testimony

This map will result in some Ohioans’ votes weighing more than others, subjecting the people of Ohio to yet another setback in the pursuit of basic fairness in their representation.

By Collin Marozzi

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Amended House Bill 251 – Interested Party Testimony

The ACLU of Ohio believes HB 251 can eventually provide the framework for a more comprehensive bill to adequately regulate the use of drones in and around Ohio.

By Gary Daniels

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Police Surveillance and Civil Liberties

Police surveillance is particularly concerning not only because it infringes on privacy, but also because it comes with enforcement power.

By Erin Tedtman

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Am. House Bill 78 – Interested Party Testimony

The ACLU of Ohio’s main concern with HB 78 is the lack of specific privacy protections in the bill for your constituents.

By Gary Daniels

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Police Identities Hidden Under Victims’ Rights Law: Marsy’s Law and access to police records

A transparent government can be an accountable government.

By Patrick Higgins

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Sub. House Bill 206 – Opponent Testimony

The ACLU of Ohio submits HB 206 grants far too much authority to a single individual, and we are concerned these powers will be abused and unevenly applied. We encourage lawmakers to reject Substitute House Bill 206.

By Gary Daniels

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Lameduck 2024: Overview + Resources

Every even-year election, as lawmakers prepare for the next General Assembly, we enter the “Lameduck period,” taking place between Election Day and the start of the new session.

By Sheila Smith

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House Bill 473 - Opponent Testimony

The ACLU of Ohio urges the committee to reject HB 473 because of its failure to adequately address crucial and serious mass surveillance concerns.

By Gary Daniels

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Firewall for Freedom: We are Ready to Fight

As we enter a second Trump Administration and the path to protecting the civil rights and liberties of all Americans, one thing is crystal clear: We have a plan.

By Sheila Smith

Firewall for Freedom: We are Ready to Fight