American Civil Liberties Union of Washington

My Health Care: Protecting Choices from Religious Doctrine

The ACLU of Washington is working to ensure that no patient is refused access to lawful health care because of the religious doctrines of the institutions running hospitals, clinics, or other medical facilities. Health care facilities open to the general public should not refuse to provide reproductive health care and end-of-life care services; nor should they discriminate against LGBT patients and families. Read More »

ACLU Files Suit for Gay Couple Discriminated Against by Florist

Apr 17, 2013

The ACLU today filed a lawsuit on behalf of a gay couple in Kennewick against a florist that refused to sell them flowers because of their sexual orientation. When a business serves the general public, the business owner’s personal religious beliefs cannot serve as a justification for discriminating against customers. Read More »

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How Civil Liberties Have Fared in the State Legislature

The Dream Act, Reproductive Parity Act, and WA Voting Rights Act have passed the House, had hearings in Senate committees, and now need to pass the full Senate. See our legislative agenda for details and updates on civil liberties bills in this year’s session.

Woman Unfairly Denied Housing Sues Tenant Screening Company

Apr 4, 2013

A Kent woman unfairly denied rental housing is suing the tenant screening company that recommended she be denied housing because of a two-decade-old criminal conviction. It violates the Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act for tenant screeners to report criminal history information older than seven years. Everyone deserves a fair chance at a fresh start. Read More »