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Connecticut Senate Bill SJ00020

Connecticut 2017 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SJ00020

Introduced
1/4/17  
Introduced
1/4/17  
Refer
1/4/17  

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Patricia A. Swords Of Storrs To Be A Senior Judge Of The Superior Court.

Impact

If confirmed, Judge Swords is slated to serve an eight-year term beginning on February 7, 2017. This appointment is significant as it reflects the state's commitment to maintaining qualified individuals in the judiciary, thus impacting public confidence in the judicial system. The confirmation would also support a judiciary that is well-resourced with experienced judges, necessary for upholding laws and providing justice within the state's legal framework.

Summary

SJ00020 is a Senate Joint Resolution proposing the confirmation of the Honorable Patricia A. Swords of Storrs as a Senior Judge of the Superior Court. Introduced by Senators Kissel and Doyle, along with Representative Tong, the resolution seeks to approve her nomination made by the Governor. The resolution marks an important step in the process of appointing judicial officials, ensuring that the nominee has the legislative support required to serve a defined term.

Contention

The voting history indicates a strong support for the confirmation, with a unanimous vote of 140 yeas and no nays during the House Roll Call Vote 20. This overwhelming support could suggest that there were no notable points of contention regarding Judge Swords' qualifications, although it is common for such nominations to be scrutinized in discussions prior to the vote. The absence of dissent could indicate a consensus among legislators that Judge Swords meets the necessary criteria to serve effectively on the Superior Court.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

CT HJ00001

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Robert E. Young Of South Glastonbury To Be A Senior Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00010

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Matthew E. Frechette Of Branford To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT SJ00195

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Pedro E. Segarra Of Hartford To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00003

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable David P. Gold Of Middlefield To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00004

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable John B. Farley Of Bloomfield To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00002

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Gerald L. Harmon Of Southington To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00011

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Mark T. Gould Of North Haven To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00012

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Barbara Bailey Jongbloed Of Madison To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00017

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Dawne G. Westbrook Of Glastonbury To Be A Judge Of The Appellate Court And A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT SJ00197

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Nicole J. Tung, Esquire, Of Cheshire To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

Similar Bills

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