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Feb 12, 2026
Driver Privacy and Safety Act (SB 40) Passed by the Senate
Today, the New Mexico Senate passed the Driver Privacy and Safety Act, bringing the state closer to protecting New Mexicans’ location data from being weaponized for immigration enforcement, constitutionally protected activities, or to track people seeking legal healthcare.
Previewing The Fight for Freedom, Safety, and Privacy at the Roundhouse
As we approach the start of this year’s legislative session on January 20th, our fundamental freedoms are under unprecedented attack nationwide. During this challenging time, we are ready to fight for the rights and freedoms of all New Mexicans.
Sep 19, 2013
“Do the Yankees Want More Hitters?”: My Encounter With a U.S. Border Patrol Agent
By Caroline Iosso, RCBR Project Coordinator
By Micah McCoy
Sep 17, 2013
Jesse Tyler Ferguson of TV’s "Modern Family" Returns to New Mexico to Support Marriage Equality
Today, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Mexico and the Why Marriage Matters New Mexico campaign announced that Albuquerque native and star of TV’s “Modern Family” Jesse Tyler Ferguson will visit his home state to support local efforts to win the freedom to marry for same-sex couples. Ferguson and his spouse, Justin Mikita, will unveil their new collaboration with Taos Pueblo native and “Project Runway” finalist Patricia Michaels, who has designed a stunning New Mexico-themed bowtie for Ferguson and Mikita’s Tie The Knot Foundation.
By Micah McCoy
Sep 13, 2013
Employment Opportunity: Part Time Administrative Assistant
American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico Foundation
By Micah McCoy
Sep 12, 2013
ACLU of NM Case Overturns Guild Cinema Conviction in “Pornotopia” Case
New Mexico Supreme Court Rules that the Guild Cinema’s Erotic Film Festival Did Not Violate City Zoning Law
By Micah McCoy
Sep 06, 2013
ACLU, NCLR Welcome New Mexico Supreme Court Order Setting Hearing on Freedom to Marry for Same-sex Couples Statewide
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M—Today, the New Mexico Supreme Court issued an order setting a hearing for October 23, 2013 to consider a request by the New Mexico Association of Counties that the court immediately decide whether New Mexico law permits same-sex couples to marry. All 33 county clerks in the state joined in the Association’s request that the Supreme Court resolve the issue.
By Micah McCoy
Sep 05, 2013
Compassionate Aid in Dying: Adrienne’s Story
Today I am celebrating my mother’s life and thinking about the comfort her choice of physician-aid-in-dying has brought to me over the years. On my walk this morning I had a big smile on my face thinking of my time with her at the end of her life.
By Micah McCoy
Aug 29, 2013
ACLU Responds to County Clerks Intervening in Freedom to Marry Lawsuit
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By Micah McCoy
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