Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06080

Introduced
1/25/11  

Caption

An Act Concerning Administration Of The Bar Examination.

Impact

If enacted, HB 6080 would alter the procedure for administering the bar examination, making it more accessible to examinees who are familiar with computer-based testing. The bill emphasizes the importance of technical support during the exam, which could alleviate stress and anxiety for candidates who may not be as adept with technology. By providing immediate assistance, the bill aims to enhance the overall experience and potentially improve pass rates for those candidates who rely on digital platforms for their examinations.

Summary

House Bill 6080 aims to amend existing statutes regarding the administration of the bar examination in the state. The primary intent of this bill is to ensure that whenever the Judicial Branch administers the examination for admission to the bar, on-site technical assistance will be provided specifically to those examinees who choose to use computers for taking the exam. This provision seeks to accommodate modern testing methods and acknowledge the potential challenges faced by examinees during the examination process.

Contention

While the bill primarily focuses on technical assistance for examinees, discussions surrounding its implementation may delve into the associated costs and logistics of providing such support during the bar exam. Questions may arise regarding the adequacy of resources allocated for on-site assistance and whether this could lead to disparities in support among candidates. Additionally, there may be concerns regarding the integration of this support within existing examination frameworks and the preparation required to effectively assist examinees during the critical examination period.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05524

An Act Authorizing And Adjusting Bonds Of The State And Concerning Provisions Related To State And Municipal Tax Administration, General Government And School Building Projects.

CT HB05137

An Act Concerning Funding For The City Of New Haven's Youth At Work Program.

CT HB05009

An Act Concerning Funding For Junta For Progressive Action In New Haven.

CT HB05013

An Act Concerning A Grant-in-aid To New Haven Scholarship Fund.

CT SB00426

An Act Concerning Court Operations And Administrative Proceedings.

CT HB05035

An Act Concerning The Sales And Use Taxes Imposed On Meals Sold By Certain Eating Establishments.

CT HB05487

An Act Concerning The Operation And Administration Of The Office Of The Claims Commissioner.

CT HB05014

An Act Concerning A Grant-in-aid To Westville Village Renaissance Alliance In New Haven.

CT SB00441

An Act Concerning Election Administration Oversight.

CT HB05004

An Act Concerning The Implementation Of Certain Climate Change Measures.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.