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60 Black Heroes From Maryland You Need To Know

Historic Figures Who Shaped Our Present, and Our Future
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2025 Annual Report

Together with directly impacted communities and other partners across Maryland, we WILL defend our democracy and each other.
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ACLU of Maryland's Advocacy in the 2026 General Assembly

ACLU of Maryland's advocacy and priorities in the 2026 Legislative Session
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Know Your Rights: Interacting with ICE in the DMV

In the DMV, where daily life crosses jurisdictional boundaries, immigration enforcement functions as a regional force. Families in this region often live in one jurisdiction, work in another, and rely on schools and hospitals, and public services spread across both state and district borders. But your rights do NOT change when you cross these borders.

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Feb 23, 2026

ACLU Maryland, Allies to Testify in Annapolis to Ban Racial Profiling & Limit Federal Abuses by Law Enforcement in Maryland - SB 854/HB 1262

On Tuesday, February 24, advocates will provide testimony on a bill that would ban Marylanders from being racially profiled by law enforcement and limit federal abuses by federal agents escalated by the Trump Administration

Feb 17, 2026

ACLU Maryland Statement on Governor Moore Signing Emergency Legislation Banning Formal 287(g) Agreements in Maryland

Today, Maryland’s leaders showed courage. In the face of rising authoritarianism and a national agenda rooted in fear, our state chose values over intimidation and community over cruelty.

Feb 16, 2026

Advocates And Community Members Hold Emergency Rally for Immigrant Rights in State Capitol

Emergency rally & vigil urging lawmakers to pass legislation limiting state collaboration with federal immigration enforcement, arguing that increased policing and surveillance make communities less safe.

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Statewide Teach In: How We End Maryland Collusion with ICE

We ended 287(g). So what’s next?

Join our teach-in to break down the Community Trust Act, why ending ICE collusion protects our neighbors and public safety, and how we keep the pressure on our legislators. We’ll hear from guest speakers and leave space for Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask your burning questions!

Click HERE to Register!

Click HERE to send a message to your legislator!

See you there!

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