Connecticut House Bill HJ00085

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 James A. Harnage.

Impact

The resolution reinforces the integrity of the Claims Commissioner's decision-making process within the legal framework governing state claims. By confirming the denial, it underscores the principle that not all claims against the state will be upheld, particularly those that do not meet substantiated criteria or legal thresholds. This could influence future claimants in understanding the likely outcomes of similar cases, promoting more thorough preparations for substantiating their claims before submission.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 85 (HJ00085) focuses on confirming the decision made by the Claims Commissioner regarding the claim filed by James A. Harnage against the state. The resolution affirms the denial of Harnage's claim, which exceeds twenty thousand dollars. This decision was detailed under the commissioner's file number 22284, emphasizing the administrative process involved in claims against the state. HJ00085 highlights the established mechanism for addressing claims and the restrictions associated with claims exceeding designated monetary thresholds against governmental bodies.

Contention

The potential points of contention regarding HJ00085 might revolve around the perceived fairness of the Claims Commissioner's adjudication processes and the transparency of how claims are evaluated. There may be discussions about the adequacy of state mechanisms in addressing public grievances, particularly those claiming substantial financial losses. Claimants may argue that the process favors the state in denying claims, raising questions about accountability and the availability of recourse for individuals with legitimate grievances against the state.