Connecticut 2017 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00859

Introduced
2/16/17  
Introduced
2/16/17  
Refer
2/16/17  
Refer
2/16/17  
Report Pass
3/29/17  
Report Pass
3/29/17  
Refer
4/7/17  
Refer
4/7/17  
Report Pass
4/13/17  

Caption

An Act Concerning State Agency Compliance With Probate Court Orders.

Impact

The bill amends existing statutes concerning the interaction between Probate Courts and state agencies. Specifically, it reinforces the requirement for state agencies to adhere to the orders of the Probate Court, which potentially aims to streamline governance and reduce discrepancies between court orders and agency actions. This could significantly affect how timely and effectively requests and decisions related to family law, guardianship, and estates are managed, thereby enhancing legal certainty for involved parties. The legal landscape for how appeals from probate decisions are managed is also impacted, offering clarity about timelines and procedures for parties seeking recourse in the Superior Court.

Summary

Substitute Bill No. 859, titled 'An Act Concerning State Agency Compliance With Probate Court Orders', is a legislation aimed at ensuring that state agencies recognize and enforce orders issued by Probate Courts in contested cases. The bill aims to create a more integrated system where decisions made in Probate Courts must be acknowledged by relevant state agencies, thereby increasing the accountability of these agencies in relation to court decrees. With an effective date of October 1, 2017, the bill establishes a procedural framework for appealing Probate Court decisions, emphasizing that aggrieved parties have the right to pursue appeals in the Superior Court within specified timeframes.

Sentiment

Overall, sentiment surrounding SB00859 appears favorable, particularly from those advocating for enhanced compliance between the judicial and executive branches of state governance. Proponents believe that such compliance can mitigate disputes and lead to more consistent and reliable enforcement of court decisions. However, there could be concerns among legal practitioners regarding the implications of strict enforcement, especially in complex cases where agency discretion is necessary. The lack of opposition during the voting process suggests a consensus that the bill fills an essential gap in current law, although full implications remain to be observed post-enactment.

Contention

No significant points of contention or opposition were noted during the discussions around SB00859, indicating broad agreement on the necessity of the bill. There were discussions regarding the appeal process and the technical amendments made in the legislative process for clarity, but these did not seem to provoke major dissension. The cooperative approach in handling probate matters, highlighted by the bill, is expected to resonate well with stakeholders who value prompt and efficient legal processes, indicating a move towards a more collaborative framework between courts and state agencies.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00426

An Act Concerning Court Operations And Administrative Proceedings.

CT SB00324

An Act Concerning Probate Court Operations And Administration.

CT SB00212

An Act Concerning The Revisor's Technical Corrections To The General Statutes.

CT HB05506

An Act Concerning Families With Service Needs.

CT HB05420

An Act Concerning The Provision Of Child Support To Children Under The Age Of Twenty-one.

CT SB00381

An Act Concerning Revisions To The Mandated Reporter Requirements.

CT HB05236

An Act Concerning Recommendations By The Department Of Consumer Protection.

CT SB00251

An Act Concerning The Legislative Commissioners' Recommendations For Technical And Other Revisions To The Tax And Related Statutes.

CT HB05475

An Act Concerning The Development Of Housing, Challenges To Certain Decisions Of Municipal Agencies, And The Conversion Of Vacant Nursing Homes Into Multifamily Housing.

CT HB05310

An Act Concerning Presidential Electors And The Certification Or Declaration Of Election Results.

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