Grundy Reporter

On May 22, a Springfield Circuit judge issued a temporary injunction blocking a controversial new election law passed by Democrat lawmakers earlier this month. Critics argue that the law is designed to protect vulnerable incumbents and reduce voter choice.

Senate Bill 2412, signed into law by Governor Pritzker on May 3, would make significant changes to the rules for an ongoing election process. Most notably, it would end the slating process currently taking place in districts throughout the state, eliminating challengers that entrenched incumbents could face in November.

The temporary injunction follows a lawsuit alleging violations of constitutional voting rights, claiming it prevents free and fair elections for Illinois residents.

Republican lawmakers opposed the legislation earlier this month, describing it as "a blatant power grab by Illinois Democrats looking to protect incumbents in the general election" and arguing that it would "further erode public trust in the electoral process."

State Senator Sue Rezin expressed hope that the ruling is a step toward ensuring that Illinois citizens can choose their representatives in Springfield.