Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SJ00023

Introduced
2/24/20  
Introduced
2/24/20  
Refer
2/24/20  
Refer
2/24/20  
Report Pass
3/6/20  
Report Pass
3/6/20  
Engrossed
3/11/20  
Engrossed
3/11/20  
Passed
3/11/20  

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Attorney Mitchell R. Harris Of Avon To Be A Member Of The Judicial Review Council.

Impact

The passing of SJ00023 has the potential to influence the functioning of the Judicial Review Council, an important regulatory body that oversees the actions of judges and ensures adherence to standards within the legal community. The confirmation of an individual to such an influential position strengthens the integrity and operation of the Council, which plays a vital role in maintaining the rule of law at the state level. The bill's approval further indicates legislative support for the Governor's nomination and confidence in the nominated individual’s qualifications.

Summary

SJ00023 is a resolution confirming the nomination of Attorney Mitchell R. Harris of Avon to be a member of the Judicial Review Council. The resolution indicates that Mr. Harris is an attorney-at-law licensed to practice in Connecticut. His appointment is to fill the term previously held by Attorney Genea Odessa Bell, which will last until November 30, 2023, or until a successor is qualified. This resolution underscores the role of the Judicial Review Council in overseeing the legal profession in the state and ensuring that appointed members are qualified candidates.

Contention

There appear to be no notable points of contention surrounding SJ00023 as it received unanimous support during voting, with 35 yeas and 0 nays. This strong consensus suggests that the nomination was widely accepted and regarded favorably among the members of the legislative assembly, reflecting a shared commitment to the integrity of the judicial system.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SJ00152

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Theodore R. Tyma Of Trumbull To Be A Member Of The Judicial Review Council.

CT HJ00172

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Peter L. Brown Of Hamden To Be A Member Of The Judicial Review Council.

CT SR00006

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Wakana Hirota Of Berlin To Be A Member Of The Psychiatric Security Review Board.

CT SJ00005

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Alex Harris Of Ridgefield To Be A Member Of The Commission On Human Rights And Opportunities.

CT HR00006

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Michael A. Pepper Of Madison To Be A Member And Chairperson Of The Psychiatric Security Review Board.

CT HR00011

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Douglas H. Wade Of Shelton To Be A Member Of The Milk Regulation Board.

CT SJ00204

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Tamar R. Birckhead, Esquire, Of Hartford To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT SR00009

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Katherine O. Farrish Of Tolland To Be A Member Of The Freedom Of Information Commission.

CT HR00010

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Joseph A. Ragozzino Of Haddam To Be A Member Of The Milk Regulation Board.

CT HR00012

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Craig D. Stearns Of Simsbury To Be A Member Of The Milk Regulation Board.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.