Connecticut 2021 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HJ00064

Introduced
3/11/21  
Report Pass
3/11/21  
Engrossed
3/16/21  
Report Pass
3/17/21  
Report Pass
3/17/21  
Passed
3/23/21  
Passed
3/23/21  

Caption

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Shannon R. Tracy Bergquist Of Colchester To Be Appointed A Member Of The State Elections Enforcement Commission.

Impact

Should this resolution pass, it will reinforce the state's commitment to maintaining effective oversight of elections through the State Elections Enforcement Commission. It emphasizes the ongoing need for qualified individuals to oversee electoral processes and ensure compliance with election laws, which is crucial for the integrity of the electoral system. The appointment aims to bolster administrative efficiency within the commission, promoting public confidence in electoral fairness and transparency.

Summary

HJ00064 is a resolution confirming the nomination of Shannon R. Tracy Bergquist of Colchester to serve as a member of the State Elections Enforcement Commission. The resolution stipulates that Ms. Bergquist is to serve the remainder of a term ending on June 30, 2021, followed by a new term set to end on June 30, 2024. The bill was introduced by Representative Concepcion and Senator Duff and has been referred to the Committee on Executive and Legislative Nominations for consideration. There were no amendments or extensive discussions surrounding the confirmation, indicating broad support for the nominee.

Contention

While no significant points of contention are noted in the discussions surrounding HJ00064, the nomination process for members of the State Elections Enforcement Commission can sometimes attract scrutiny. Concerns may arise regarding political affiliations, qualifications, and the nominee's stance on election law enforcement practices. In this case, however, the absence of dissenting votes in the voting history, with a unanimous support of 33 yeas and 0 nays, suggests there was considerable agreement regarding Ms. Bergquist's qualifications and suitability for the role.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HJ00237

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Sonia Worrell-asare Of Windsor To Be A Member Of The State Elections Enforcement Commission.

CT HR00008

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Judith A. Ganswindt Of Old Saybrook To Be A Member Of The Freedom Of Information Commission.

CT SR00008

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Stephen Fuzesi, Jr. Of Greenwich To Be Reappointed A Member Of The Freedom Of Information Commission.

CT SR00009

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

CT SJ00210

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Kenneth A. Hampton Of Berlin To Be A Member Of The State Board Of Labor Relations.

CT HR00007

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of The Honorable Owen P. Eagan Of West Hartford To Be Reappointed A Member And Chairperson Of The Freedom Of Information Commission.

CT SJ00205

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Sujata Gadkar-wilcox Of Trumbull To Be A Member Of The Commission On Human Rights And Opportunities.

CT SJ00005

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

CT SJ00206

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Tamara J. Titre Of Bridgeport To Be A Member Of The Commission On Human Rights And Opportunities.

CT HJ00238

Resolution Confirming The Nomination Of Bonnie E. Burr Of Brookfield To Be Reappointed A Member Of The State Board Of Education.

Similar Bills

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