Connecticut House Bill HJ00038

Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/16/20
• Refer: 3/16/20

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Decision Of The Claims Commissioner To Dismiss The Claim Against The State Of B.j. Alan Company Ct, Inc.

Impact

By confirming the Claims Commissioner's decision, this resolution reinforces the authority of the Claims Commissioner in evaluating claims against the state. It also underscores the state's legal strategy in managing financial liabilities claimed by private entities. The action taken through this resolution ensures that the dismissal is ratified, thereby preventing further legal proceedings regarding this specific claim.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 38 confirms the decision made by the Claims Commissioner to dismiss the claim against the State of B.J. Alan Company CT, Inc. This resolution is formally introduced in the General Assembly and referred to the Committee on Judiciary, indicating its legal implications. The claim in question exceeds twenty thousand dollars, and the dismissal reflects the state's position on liability matters concerning this claim.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward in confirming a dismissal, it may raise questions regarding the transparency and criteria under which claims are evaluated by the Claims Commissioner. There might be concerns from advocacy groups or individuals who view such dismissals as a lack of accountability from the state. Additionally, the process of dismissing claims without deeper public scrutiny could lead to contention regarding how the state handles similar claims in the future.