Plans in Place for Bailey vs. Pritzker Hearing Today

Plans are in place for today's hearing on a lawsuit filed by St. Rep. Darren Bailey of Xenia against Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker.

Bailey's suit alleges his civil rights were violated by Pritzker's Stay in Place orders that extended past 30 days from his initial order. The suit also asks for an injunction against any further orders, including the one Pritkzer announced last week would take effect May 1.

The hearing is set for 1:30pm in Clay County Circuit Court in Louisville. 

Media are being asked to gather about 1pm for health screening and guidelines, then are to be admitted about 1:15pm. Social distancing will be in place in the courtroom, so only about 90 people will be accommodated in the courtroom.

The presiding judge, Michael McHaney, was contacted over the weekend by representatives for the governor, requesting a continuance in the case, but the request was denied.