Hines v. Jenkins et al

Filing 24

The Court ORDERES the parties to conduct a conference within fourteen days of the date of this Order, and to file a joint 26(f) Report within seven days of the date of the conference. The Court DIRECTS the CLERK to attach the standard RULE 26(f) REPORT to this Order. Signed by Magistrate Judge Brian K. Epps on 3/27/24. (Attachments: # 1 Rule 26(f) Report) (loh)

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