In response to Governor Pritzker issuing a statewide mask mandate in Illinois schools, Deputy Republican Leader Dan Brady (R-Normal) is not happy with the Governor's latest mandate for masks in schools.

It was just a few weeks ago, guidance from IDPH and the CDC recommended local control on the issue. In an about-face Wednesday afternoon from IDPH and Gov. JB Pritzker, Brady is calling for local control on the decision.

Many districts will be forced with the decision to reverse course on masking policies heading into the 2021-22 school year or face repercussions.