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Ruth Krugly, Chicago, IL

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ACLU of Illinois honored by Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame as ‘Friend of the Community’

On Wednesday, November 10th, the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois will be inducted at the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame’s 20th annual ceremony in recognition of “decades... Continue reading

HIV Counseling for Pregnant Women

HB 1759 – Public Act 95-0702 Sponsored by Senator Collins and Representative Flowers, House Bill 1759 requires all health care professionals assisting pregnant women to provide HIV counseling, to recommend... Continue reading

Anonymous HIV Testing

SB 929 – Public Act 95-007 Sponsored by Senator Ronen and Representative Ford, Senate Bill 929 allows providers to offer either written or verbal consent for an HIV test, mandates... Continue reading

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We are a non-profit, non-partisan organization, dedicated to protecting freedom, liberty, equality and justice for all within the United States. With a membership of more than 23,000 across Illinois - a total of more than 550,000 across the nation - the ACLU accomplishes its goals through litigation, lobbying and education programs.