Connecticut House Bill HJ00011

Connecticut 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/13/24
• Engrossed: 2/14/24
• Report Pass: 2/13/24
• Report Pass: 2/14/24
• Passed: 2/14/24

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Mark T. Gould Of North Haven To Be A Judge Of The Superior Court.

Impact

The approval of HJ00011 has significant implications for the judiciary in the state. By confirming Mark T. Gould as a Judge of the Superior Court, the bill aims to maintain the integrity and functionality of the state's judicial system. This appointment not only fills a critical judicial role but also reaffirms the process of judicial nominations as established by the state constitution, ensuring that qualified individuals occupy these positions.

Summary

House Joint Resolution 11 (HJ00011) focuses on the confirmation of the nomination of Mark T. Gould to serve as a Judge of the Superior Court. The resolution seeks to approve this appointment for an eight-year term beginning on May 7, 2024. The nomination was introduced by Representative Stafstrom and Senator Winfield and has been referred to the Committee on Judiciary. This bill represents a formal resolution affirming the governor's decision regarding judicial appointments within the state.

Contention

While there are typically various perspectives on judicial appointments, there is no specific documented contention regarding HJ00011 in the available discussions. The voting history indicates unanimous support, with 143 votes in favor and none against, suggesting a consensus on the nominee's qualifications among the members of the assembly. However, the context of judicial nominations can often involve debates around qualifications, judicial philosophy, and the implications of an appointee's potential decisions on future cases.