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ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego County Board of Supervisors Considers CLEAR Ordinance

The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC's support for the Civil Liberties Enforcement and Accountability Rules (CLEAR) Ordinance. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego County Board of Supervisors by ACLU-SDIC Immigrants' Rights Senior Policy Advocate on January 13, 2026.

By Eddie Meyer

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Jan 23, 2026

ACLU-SDIC Launches EmpowerEd: A Three-Track Public Education Series

Amid ongoing federal actions affecting civil rights nationwide, the ACLU of San Diego & Imperial Counties (ACLU-SDIC) is launching EmpowerEd: an educational series that provides the public with information on their rights, advocacy tools, and knowledge about existing laws and systems.

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Blue background with white and yellow quote text reads "San Diegans don't need more watchful eyes, they need a helping hand. We urge the San Diego City Council to end the contract with Flock Safety." Quote by Blair Overstreet Central San Diego Organizer ACLU of San Diego and Imperial Counties.

ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego City Council Considers Whether to Continue Surveillance Use Policies

The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC's opposition to the San Diego City Council continuing the city's contract with Flock Safety. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego City Council by ACLU-SDIC Central San Diego Organizer Blair Overstreet on December 9, 2025.

By Blair Overstreet

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ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego County Board of Supervisors Considers Drafting CLEAR Ordinance

The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC's support for drafting the Civil Liberties Enforcement and Accountability Rules (CLEAR) Ordinance. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego County Board of Supervisors by ACLU-SDIC Staff Attorney Brisa Velazquez October 21, 2025.

By Brisa Velazquez

ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego City Council Considers Due Process & Safety Ordinance

The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC's support for the Due Process & Safety Ordinance proposed. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego City Council by ACLU-SDIC Immigrants' Rights Staff Attorney Brisa Velazquez October 20, 2025.

By Brisa Velazquez

Sep 13, 2010

Supervisors to Consider Another $20,000 to Life Perspectives

Sep 10, 2010

California ACLU Affiliates Sue State of California Over Public School Academic Fees Charged to Children

Sep 09, 2010

San Diego ACLU Files Amicus in Teacher's "God Banners" Case

Aug 27, 2010

ACLU Statement on Controversy over New York City Islamic Center

Aug 13, 2010

ACLU Challenges Fees Charged by Schools in 3 County Districts

Aug 04, 2010

Judge's Decision in Federal Challenge to Prop 8 8/4/10!

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

U.S. District Chief Judge Vaughn Walker will release a long-awaited ruling today on whether Prop 8 violates the U.S. Constitution.

The order will be posted on the Court's electronic case filing system.Click here between 1 - 3 pm to read the document. And follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute updates!

No matter which way the decision goes, please join the San Diego community calling for marriage equality for a march and rally.

Aug 04, 2010

Calfiornia Marriage Ban Struck Down!

Aug 03, 2010

ACLU Challenges Fees Charged for School Activities

Aug 03, 2010

ACLU Requests Records in County Grants to Religious Educational Group

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