Connecticut House Bill HJ00159

Connecticut 2018 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/24/18
• Report Pass: 4/24/18
• Report Pass: 5/1/18

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Anthony P. Fusco Of Brookfield To Be A Family Support Magistrate.

Impact

The confirmation of a Family Support Magistrate significantly impacts the judicial landscape, specifically concerning family law proceedings. As Family Support Magistrates have the authority to address matters relating to child support, visitation, and custody, this appointment may streamline processes in family court, providing more accessible and timely resolutions to family law disputes. It reinforces the commitment to maintain a competent judiciary that can handle sensitive familial matters effectively.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 159 aims to confirm the nomination of the Honorable Anthony P. Fusco of Brookfield to the position of Family Support Magistrate. This nomination was put forward by the Governor and is set for a term of five years, pending confirmation by both Houses of the General Assembly. The resolution reflects legislative support for individuals appointed to judicial positions and emphasizes the role of magistrates in family law, particularly in issues related to child support and custody.

Contention

There is typically some discussion around nominations for judicial positions, especially concerning qualifications and the potential implications of a specific candidate's philosophy on the court's decisions. However, the documentation does not indicate any significant points of contention regarding Fusco's nomination, suggesting a consensus or lack of opposition among lawmakers regarding this appointment.