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Connecticut Senate Bill SJ00042

Connecticut 2022 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SJ00042

Introduced
2/25/22  
Introduced
2/25/22  
Refer
2/25/22  
Refer
2/25/22  
Report Pass
3/30/22  
Report Pass
3/30/22  
Engrossed
4/12/22  
Engrossed
4/12/22  
Report Pass
4/12/22  
Report Pass
4/12/22  
Passed
4/29/22  

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Joseph Vizcarrondo, Iii, Esquire, Of Wilton To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

Impact

The confirmation of this nomination impacts state laws by solidifying the judicial appointment process. The approval grants Vizcarrondo an eight-year term, thereby influencing the operations of the Superior Court in Connecticut. The resolution itself is tested against the standards for judicial qualifications and the appropriateness of the nominee’s credentials, which is a pivotal component of maintaining public trust in the judicial system.

Summary

SJ00042 is a resolution confirming the nomination of Joseph Vizcarrondo, III, Esquire, of Wilton, to serve as a Judge of the Superior Court. This resolution was introduced during the February session of the General Assembly in 2022 and was referred to the Committee on Judiciary. The nomination received significant support within the Assembly, as evidenced by the unanimous voting results.

Contention

While no major points of contention were identified in the transcript of the voting history or discussions held regarding SJ00042, resolutions of this nature often come under scrutiny concerning the qualifications and potential biases of judicial nominees. Legislators may express concerns regarding the nominee's previous rulings, legal philosophy, or connections. However, in this case, the resolution passed without opposition, indicating a consensus among the voters in the Assembly.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SJ00197

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Nicole J. Tung, Esquire, Of Cheshire To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT SJ00203

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Kristin A. Connors, Esquire, Of Newtown To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT SJ00196

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Alayna M. Stone, Esquire, Of New Haven To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00219

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Adam R. Schibley, Esquire, Of Windsor To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT SJ00201

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Sara Nadim, Esquire, Of Unionville To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT SJ00198

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Colleen Zingaro, Esquire, Of Newtown To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00228

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Matthew Necci, Esquire, Of Glastonbury To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT SJ00194

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Susan E. Nugent, Esquire, Of Hamden To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00220

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Eric P. Smith, Esquire, Of Litchfield To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

CT HJ00229

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of John P. Regan, Esquire, Of Old Greenwich To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

Similar Bills

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