The Royal Gazette

Human rights amendments pass over concerns of Opposition

Expansions to the Human Rights Act were approved by senators this week despite concerns over the potential impact on landlords. Lindsay Simmons, the Junior Minister of Youth, Social Development and ...
Bernews

HRC On Human Rights Amendment Act 2026

The Bermuda Human Rights Commission said they “welcome the passage of the Human Rights Amendment Act 2026 through both the House of Assembly and the Senate.” A spokesperson said, “The Act strengthens ...
Aclu.org

Human Rights First Joins ACLU and NYCLU in Amicus Brief to Protect First Amendment Rights and Interests of NGOs Advocating for U.S. Sanctions

Today, Human Rights First, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) filed an amicus brief with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New ...
Aclu.org

Federal Court Protects First Amendment Rights of Human Rights Groups Advocating for U.S. Sanctions

NEW YORK – Last week, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York rejected a discovery request by an individual sanctioned for violence against Palestinians in the Israeli occupied ...
JD Supra

2026 Amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act Are a Mixed Bag for Employers

Effective January 1, 2026, Senate Bill 2487 will amend the Illinois Human Rights Act (the “IHRA” or the “Act”). The changes will significantly impact the investigation of IHRA charges and potential ...