Connecticut House Bill HJ00039

Connecticut 2016 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/4/16
• Refer: 3/4/16

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Decision Of The Claims Commissioner To Dismiss The Claim Against The State Of Linda F. Allen.

Impact

The passing of HJ00039 would reinforce the authority of the Claims Commissioner and establish a clear precedent for similar cases in the future. It may illustrates the legislative body's trust in the commissions' judgment on claims against the state. Additionally, this decision emphasizes the importance of a structured process for reviewing claims, which could affect how future claims are presented and processed. With a growing number of claims being filed, confirming such dismissals could streamline administrative processes and set successful expectations regarding claim outcomes.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 39 seeks to confirm the decision of the Claims Commissioner to dismiss a claim against the state presented by Linda F. Allen. The resolution affirms that the dismissal of Allen's claim, which exceeds twenty thousand dollars, is valid and should be upheld by the Assembly. By confirming this decision, the House is effectively supporting the administrative capacity of the Claims Commissioner to make determinations regarding claims against the state, thereby providing a level of oversight on significant financial claims brought forth by individuals.

Contention

While no significant points of contention are documented around this bill, such resolutions can create discussions related to the standards and criteria used by the Claims Commissioner for dismissals. Stakeholders might raise questions about the transparency of the claims process and whether individuals feel they have adequate recourse if their claims are dismissed. Although supporters of the resolution typically view it as a necessary reinforcement of the state's legal structure, there could be dissent concerning perceived injustices or inadequacies in how claims are evaluated and decided.