Economic Justice

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Economic justice is a civil right. The ACLU of Southern California fights to protect some of society's most economically vulnerable residents, including low-income students, unhoused people, and low-paid workers seeking equitable working conditions and living wages.

The Latest

Press Release
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ACLU Sues L.A. Public Housing Authority for Violating Public Records Act

Issue Areas: Economic Justice, Houselessness
Press Release
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ACLU Statement Condemns Newsom’s Call to Ban Encampments

Issue Areas: Economic Justice
Know Your Rights
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Public Safety Administrative Citations in the City of Lancaster

Following a legal settlement with the City of Lancaster, your rights could be impacted if you are ticketed.
News & Commentary
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A Right to Dignity: Protecting the Rights of All Unhoused Individuals

A year after filing a lawsuit against the City of San Bernardino, unhoused plaintiffs reached an agreement in a major win for people with disabilities.
Legislation
Mar 04, 2019

Ending Poverty Tows (AB 516)

Status: Failed
Position: Support
Legislation
May 23, 2019

Families Over Fees (SB 824)

Status: Active
Position: Support
Legislation
Sep 05, 2019

Election Day Registration (SB 72)

Status: Won: new law
Position: Support
Legislation
Sep 11, 2019

Eliminating Copays in Prison (AB 45)

Status: Won: new law
Position: Support