Connecticut 2016 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HJ00111

Introduced
3/4/16  

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Decision Of The Claims Commissioner To Dismiss The Claim Against The State Of Jennifer Pickering.

Impact

The passage of HJ00111 has implications for the scope of claims that can be made against the state. By confirming the dismissal, it reinforces the authority of the Claims Commissioner in adjudicating such claims, which can affect public perception of the state's responsiveness to claims and its liability limits. The resolution also sets a precedent on how similar claims may be handled in the future, particularly those that exceed a specific monetary threshold.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 111 (HJ00111) serves to confirm the decision made by the Claims Commissioner regarding the claim lodged by Jennifer Pickering against the state. The resolution specifically endorses the dismissal of this claim, which exceeded twenty thousand dollars. By affirming the commissioner’s decision, this resolution aims to formalize the outcome of the claims process between an individual and the state government, thereby providing clarity in this case’s administrative closure.

Contention

While the text itself is straightforward, potential contention could arise from the circumstances surrounding the claim that led to dismissal. Stakeholders may debate the fairness of the claims process or the adequacy of the procedures followed in assessing Jennifer Pickering's claim. Furthermore, this resolution emphasizes the administrative role of the Claims Commissioner, which some may view as lacking transparency or accountability in certain claim assessments.

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