Connecticut House Bill HJ00015

Connecticut 2018 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/1/18
• Report Pass: 3/1/18
• Report Pass: 4/11/18

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Stuart Bear Of West Hartford To Be A State Referee.

Impact

The confirmation of Mr. Bear as a State Referee is significant as it reinforces the state’s judicial framework. The appointment process itself serves as a check on the power of the executive branch, emphasizing transparency and accountability in who serves in judicial roles. This bill indicates the collaborative effort between the executive and legislative branches in maintaining a judiciary that is both effective and trusted by the public.

Summary

HJ00015 is a resolution confirming the nomination of Honorable Stuart Bear of West Hartford to be a State Referee. The bill emphasizes the approval and confirmation of the Governor's nomination, highlighting the importance of the role in the judiciary system. If confirmed, Mr. Bear will serve a term of eight years commencing on April 30, 2018. The resolution reflects the legislative body's role in overseeing appointments made by the Governor, ensuring they meet required standards for serving in such a capacity.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward, the appointment of judicial figures can often bring contention, usually from differing political perspectives on the nominee's qualifications or ideologies. The absence of significant opposition noted in the voting history, where it received unanimous support in the Senate, suggests broad acceptance of Mr. Bear’s qualifications. However, discussions surrounding judicial nominations often include debates about judicial philosophy, neutrality, and the nominee's past rulings that could surface in future confirmations.