Press Releases

Aug 27, 2026

ACLU of Arkansas secures $275K settlement for librarian who opposed censorship

Settlement resolves First Amendment lawsuit brought on behalf of former Saline County Library Director Patty Hector
Issue Areas: Free Speech
Court Cases: Hector v. Brumley
Jul 1, 2026

Federal Court Strikes Down Multiple Arkansas Laws Restricting Ballot Initiative Process

Court rules several laws restricting the ballot initiative process violate the First Amendment; trial to continue on remaining claims
Issue Areas: Voting Rights, Free Speech
Court Cases: Protect AR Rights and For AR Kids v. Cole Jester and Tim Griffin