Connecticut House Bill HJ00041

Connecticut 2016 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/4/16
• Refer: 3/4/16

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Decision Of The Claims Commissioner To Deny The Claim Against The State Of Lawrence Andrews.

Impact

The approval of HJ00041 reinforces the authority of the Claims Commissioner in adjudicating financial claims against the state. By confirming the Commissioner’s denial, the resolution limits the ongoing legal recourse available to Lawrence Andrews and sets a precedent for similar claims in the future. It indicates the Assembly's support for the Commissioner's decision, thus upholding the premise that claims must meet specific criteria to be acknowledged by the state.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 41, also referred to as HJ00041, aims to confirm the decision made by the Claims Commissioner regarding a financial claim filed by Lawrence Andrews against the state. The resolution states that the claim exceeds twenty thousand dollars and that the Claims Commissioner has ordered the denial of this claim. The purpose of this resolution is to officially acknowledge and endorse the Commissioner’s decision, thus preventing any further claims of this nature from being reconsidered by separate legislative actions.

Contention

While the text of the resolution does not indicate any significant points of contention, the nature of claims being denied can often elicit discussions about the fairness and transparency of the claims process. Stakeholders may debate the implications of how claims are evaluated and the criteria set forth by the Claims Commissioner, particularly in relation to individuals attempting to seek compensation from the state.