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Debunking Misconceptions About Idaho’s Bathroom Ban Laws

As anti-transgender rhetoric and policies have become more mainstream in recent years, so has the debate around an unexpected topic: bathrooms.

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Feb 10, 2026

ACLU Files Lawsuit Against Federal, State, and Local Police for Mass Immigration Raid at Family Event in Wilder, Idaho

The putative class action lawsuit challenges an immigration raid carried out at a popular family event in Wilder, Idaho.

A large number of community members are detained and questioned by law enforcement in Wilder, Idaho.

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Idaho State Lawmakers Attempt to Block Cities from Banning LGBTQ+ Discrimination

State lawmakers introduced a bill to ban city/county anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ folks. Currently, 12 Idaho cities and two counties have these protections in place.

287(g) Agreements in Idaho

Idaho has signed eight new 287(g) agreements since President Trump took office in January 2025.

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What the Marriage Equality Backlash Taught Me About the Fight for Trans Rights

Anti-trans laws aren’t just about bathrooms or sports, they’re about systematically pushing trans individuals out of public life.

Jul 02, 2013

One City, Two Worlds

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Jul 02, 2013

A Mom’s Journey Towards Equality in Pocatello

By S

Jun 26, 2013

DOMA Declared Unconstitutional

Jun 17, 2013

Don’t Deport Dad

By B

Jun 06, 2013

Congressman Labrador Shirks His Legislative Responsibilities

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The Coalition for Immigrant Rights of Idaho is supported by the Idaho Community Action Network, ACLU of Idaho, Community Council of Idaho, Salazar Law, Main Street Alliance of Idaho and individual community members.

May 31, 2013

ACLU Seeks Statewide Due Process Protections for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

The ACLU of Idaho has sought class action protection for Idahoans with developmental disabilities statewide.

May 31, 2013

KOOTENAI COUNTY SHERIFF MISINTERPRETS STATE SODOMY LAW IN BOY SCOUTS COMMENT

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Read the ACLU Idaho letter here: Sheriff Wolfinger Letter 2013.05.30

Apr 23, 2013

Idaho Amends Policy for Changing Driver’s Licenses

New Policy Allows Transgender Persons to Correct Gender Markers Without Showing Proof of Surgery

Apr 10, 2013

ACLU-IDAHO TO ANNOUNCE ART CONTEST WINNERS

Wednesday, April 10, 2013.

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