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Greater Boston Legal Services et al. v. Mullin

The federal government recently began hiding the locations of people being held in ICE detention. We are suing over this unlawful policy, which effectively disappears people in custody from their communities.

Initiative

Local Leaders Are Saying NO to Flock

Over 40 municipalities in Massachusetts have rejected AI-powered mass surveillance cameras. Learn how to join them.

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Surveillance Discovery Project

Model motions to help criminal defense attorneys identify and preserve information on police use of surveillance technology

Press Releases

Nov 6, 2026

ACLU of Massachusetts Praises Gov. Healey for Ensuring Crucial Abortion Law Takes Immediate Effect

New law addresses ongoing emergency by ensuring that no patient is forced to leave Massachusetts to access medically necessary care

Nov 4, 2026

ACLU of Massachusetts Statement on 2026 Midterm Election Results

Strong support for pro-democracy candidates in Massachusetts and across the U.S. creates a window to strengthen civil rights and civil liberties for all

Nov 4, 2026

Massachusetts Voters Expand Access to Ballot with Election Day Registration

Question 4 passes with strong support statewide, helping ensure all eligible voters can cast a ballot that counts

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