Legal Action Center (LAC)

The Executive Order issued yesterday by the President attempts to dehumanize, punish, and subvert the rights of unhoused people, marking a troubling return to draconian policies disguised as solutions. Read LAC's full statement here: lac.org/news/president…

Join LAC in the fight to mitigate the harm of Medicaid cuts & changes to ppl in reentry & those w/ substance use & mental health issues who ALREADY face stigma & discrimination that threaten their wellbeing & stability! Learn more & get involved here: bit.ly/LACMedicaid2025

For Policy Research Associate Aliya Jessa, getting involved w/ LAC was all about making systemic policy change informed by directly impacted ppl! Watch her interview to learn more here: bit.ly/AliyaStaffStory

ICYMI: We submitted comments to @CMSGov opposing GA’s inclusion of work requirements in its 1115 Medicaid waiver application! Learn about our concerns re: the substantial barriers such requirements create for ppl w/ SUDs & justice involvement here: bit.ly/GAwaivercommen…

Now, Heather is employed & recognized as Employee of the Month, owns a home w/ her husband (also in recovery thru Medicaid) & has restored relationships w/ family. Medicaid helps SO MANY like Heather! Read their stories & submit yours here lac.org/faces-of-medic…

We’re going for gold! LAC & @kennedyforum have partnered to create State Parity Gold Standards to help state govts & advocates advance mental health & addiction parity. The first briefs are available now & there’s more to come! Visit: bit.ly/StateParityGol…

Medicaid = lifeline for millions nationwide & your elected officials need to hear this from YOU as they work to implement changes! Use our guide to learn about the importance of Medicaid, ID your reps, share your Medicaid recovery or reentry story & more. bit.ly/LACMedicaid2025

After a background check found old convictions Anthony mistakenly hadn’t disclosed, his job came under threat. But w/ LAC fighting by his side, he overcame this barrier. If you’re facing hurdles to jobs or education bc of your NYS conviction, contact LAC! bit.ly/AnthonyLAC

ATTN RISING 2Ls & 3Ls! LAC seeks a fall intern to support our legal team! During this paid internship, you’ll complete legal research & writing, support attorneys in client advocacy & interact w/ clients thru intakes or other projects. Apply today! bit.ly/LACFallLegalIn…

As policymakers work to implement Medicaid cuts & changes, LAC is fighting to mitigate the harm to millions w/ substance use & mental health conditions + arrest/conviction records who depend on it for lifesaving care, meds & support. Will you join us? bit.ly/LACMedicaid2025

ICYMI: LAC created a new guide for providers, harm reductionists, attys & others on combatting local opposition to substance use programs! Includes overview of anti-discrimination protections, case examples & strategies for overcoming NIMBYism: bit.ly/OvercomingNIMB…

Substance use treatment, recovery & harm reduction services = CRITICAL to addressing the overdose crisis. Our new guide covers federal civil rights laws that providers, attys, advocates & others can leverage to overcome NIMBY opposition to such services: bit.ly/OvercomingNIMB…

Existing work requirements in GA’s Medicaid program = perfect example of how such reqs don't increase employment but do lead to eligible ppl losing vital health coverage! Learn more via @propublica here bit.ly/MedicaidWRsGA

40% of adults living w/ HIV rely on #Medicaid for life-saving treatment. LAC joins HIV activists in Mississippi & around the country in denouncing federal cuts to Medicaid, HIV prevention programs, & housing assistance for ppl w/ HIV. Learn more: bit.ly/mihivactivists

Want to overcome local opposition to addiction treatment, recovery & harm reduction services? LAC’s new guide explains how providers, harm reductionists & attorneys can leverage civil rights law to support the siting of these critical services. Check out: bit.ly/OvercomingNIMB…

On 7/4, President Trump signed into law legislation that includes significant cuts & changes to Medicaid & the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). To learn more, join LAC for a webinar next Tues, 7/22 at 2pm EST. Register here: bit.ly/722medicaidweb…

Are you an NYer w/ old convictions? You might be eligible for sealing! Our updated brochure covers eligibility & waiting periods for the Clean Slate Act + other NY sealing laws. Check it out & call LAC at 212-243-1313 for FREE help!  bit.ly/SealingNYConvi…

Proposed buprenorphine regs in Kentucky will make it harder to access care + discriminate against ppl w/ opioid use disorder. Dosing limits, requirements for frequent drug testing & more are rooted in stigma, NOT evidence. Learn more: bit.ly/LACKEJCComments cc: @KYEqualJustice

Punishment & supply chain disruption = harmful, ineffective & insufficient strategies for addressing the overdose crisis & saving lives. In our recent comments to @ONDCP, we advocate instead for prevention, treatment, recovery, & harm reduction! Read here: bit.ly/ONDCP2026

ICYMI: LAC's NYS Policy team is committed to continuing to make inroads to pass NY’s Transitional Reentry Health Act (S614/1008) next legislative session, so that ALL NYers returning home from incarceration can access the care they need. Learn more here: bit.ly/PassTRHA