Connecticut House Bill HJ00138

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 Christopher Tierinni.

Impact

By confirming the decision to dismiss the claim, HJ00138 establishes a precedent concerning how similar claims against the state may be handled in the future. It underlines the authority of the Claims Commissioner and asserts state defenses against claims deemed unworthy of compensation. As such, it reflects on the broader context of state liability and its approach to claims involving financial restitution.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 138, introduced during the February Session of 2016, concerns the confirmation of a decision made by the State Claims Commissioner regarding a claim filed by Christopher Tierinni. The resolution confirms the dismissal of this claim, which was filed against the state and amounts to more than twenty thousand dollars. The reaffirmation of the Claims Commissioner’s ruling signifies a legal closure regarding this financial claim, asserting that there is no liability for the state in this specific case.

Contention

While the resolution seems straightforward, such dismissals can often be points of contention with implications on public perception of the state’s accountability. In cases where individuals seek restitution for grievances but are met with dismissals, there can be concerns about transparency in the claims process and the adequacy of claims assessments conducted by the Commissioner. The resolution implicitly highlights the challenges individuals face when pursuing claims against the government.