Connecticut House Bill HJ00134

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 Walter Swist.

Impact

The confirmation of this dismissal has implications for how such claims are assessed and handled within the state's legal framework. By ratifying the commissioner's decision, the General Assembly effectively communicates confidence in the Claims Commission process and underlines the thresholds for claims made against the state. This could influence future claims filed, especially those involving large sums, as it establishes a precedent for dismissal based on the Commissioner's determinations.

Summary

House Joint Resolution No. 134 concerns the confirmation of a decision made by the Claims Commissioner regarding a claim against the state filed by Walter Swist. The resolution states that the commissioner ordered the dismissal of this claim, which exceeds five million dollars. This legislative act signifies a formal endorsement by the General Assembly to uphold the Commissioner's ruling, affirming the conclusion that there is no basis for the claim against the state in this instance.

Contention

While specific points of contention are not explicitly detailed in the provided document, resolutions like HJ00134 can often be subject to debate among legislators, particularly regarding the adequacy of protections for claimants and the equitable treatment of claims against the state. Concerns may arise over the potential for claimants feeling disadvantaged when their claims are dismissed, as well as discussions about the accountability of the Claims Commissioner in decision-making processes.