Connecticut Senate Bill SJ00006

Connecticut 2018 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/9/18
• Refer: 2/9/18
• Report Pass: 2/16/18
• Report Pass: 4/12/18

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Felice Gray-kemp Of Hamden To Be A Member Of The Board Of Regents For Higher Education.

Impact

The passage of this resolution will officially confirm Felice Gray-Kemp's position on the Board of Regents, enabling her to fulfill responsibilities related to the governance and oversight of higher education in the state. This appointment is particularly important as the Board plays a critical role in shaping policies that affect various facets of higher education, including funding, curriculum standards, and institutional governance.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution No. 6 focuses on the confirmation of Felice Gray-Kemp's nomination to the Board of Regents for Higher Education. The bill was introduced by Senator Duff, Senator Fasano, and Representative Vargas, and is part of the legislative process to confirm appointments made by the Governor. It emphasizes the role of the Board of Regents in overseeing higher education institutions within the state and aims to ensure that qualified individuals are appointed to this significant governing body.

Contention

While the resolution did pass without opposing votes (35 yeas and 0 nays), discussions surrounding nominations to state boards often involve various interests, with potential contention arising from differing opinions on qualifications and the need for diverse representation. The unanimous vote suggests broad support, but such nominations can sometimes lead to debates regarding the candidates' backgrounds and their vision for education policy.