This House Joint Resolution (HJ 70) confirms Governor's nomination of David A. Arconti, Jr. of Brookfield to serve as a Utility Commissioner on the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority. It formally approves his appointment to a term ending March 1, 2028, or until a successor is appointed and qualified. The resolution directly affects Arconti by confirming his official position and the Authority by filling a commissioner seat. This is a procedural confirmation with no new policy provisions.
This Senate Resolution (SR 15) confirms Governor Ned Lamont's nomination of Elin S. Katz to serve as Chairperson of the Connecticut Siting Council. The resolution formally approves her appointment, replacing Robert Stein, and states she will serve at the Governor's pleasure until a successor is appointed. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but finalizes a leadership appointment for the council, which reviews major infrastructure projects. The bill directly affects Elin S. Katz and the council's governance structure.
SB 1260 creates the Connecticut Career Accelerator Program Account to fund workforce training in manufacturing careers, prioritizing women who apply to or participate in existing youth or CareerConneCT programs. The bill requires the Office of Workforce Strategy to design a program by January 2025 that includes tuition assistance with repayment terms if participants secure higher-paying jobs, while offering wrap-around supports like childcare. It mandates annual reports tracking women's participation in training programs and outreach to underserved groups, including dislocated workers and veterans. The program aims to expand accessible, affordable manufacturing training pathways for women through dedicated state funding and targeted recruitment.
This resolution confirms Governor's nomination of Kathleen Unger Holt of Mansfield to serve as Healthcare Advocate, a position with a term ending January 9, 2029. It does not create new laws or policies but formally approves the appointment to an existing state office. The resolution directly affects the nominee, the Healthcare Advocate office, and the Governor's appointment process. It is a procedural confirmation, not a substantive legislative change.
This bill confirms Governor Ned Lamont's nomination of Gaffney J. Feskoe of Woodbury to serve on the Connecticut Port Authority's Board of Directors. Feskoe will hold the position until June 30, 2027, or until a successor is appointed. As a procedural resolution, it does not change policies or affect specific legislation - it solely approves a nomination for a board position. The resolution requires no further action beyond the Assembly's formal confirmation.
This resolution confirms LeeAnn S. Neal's appointment as a Family Support Magistrate in Waterbury for a five-year term, replacing Donald R. Green. It is a procedural step to approve the governor's nomination for this judicial position, which handles family-related legal matters like child custody and support. The resolution does not change laws or create new policies - it simply formalizes an existing appointment.
This resolution confirms Governor's nomination of Yonatan E. Zamir of Woodbridge to serve as a Superior Court judge for an eight-year term, replacing Judge Robert Nastri Jr. It formally approves his appointment following the Governor's nomination, making him eligible to assume the judicial position upon confirmation by both legislative chambers. The resolution directly affects the Superior Court's staffing and the judicial process in Woodbridge.
This resolution confirms the Governor's nomination of Kevin C. Kelly, Esquire, of Stratford, to serve an 8-year term as a Superior Court judge, succeeding the retiring Judge Carl J. Schuman. It formally approves the appointment without altering judicial procedures or creating new laws. The resolution is a routine confirmation of a judicial appointment following the Governor's nomination.
This resolution confirms Governor's nomination of Gladys B. Labas of Higganum to serve on the State Board of Education, replacing Awilda Reasco. Her term will run until February 29, 2028, or until a successor is appointed and qualified. The resolution does not create new policies or funding - it solely approves the governor's appointment to fill a vacancy on the board. This is a routine confirmation of a gubernatorial nomination for an existing state education board position.
This resolution confirms Governor's nomination of Paula S. Gilberto of Farmington to serve on the State Board of Education, replacing Karen E. Dubois-Walton. It approves her appointment for a term ending February 29, 2028, or until her successor is appointed and qualified. The resolution does not create new policy but formally approves a gubernatorial appointment to an existing board position. This affects the State Board of Education's membership and the education governance structure in the state.
This resolution confirms the governor's appointment of Sophia Messina of Woodbridge as a nonvoting student member of the State Board of Education, replacing Yasmeen Galal. It approves her service until June 30, 2025, or until a successor is appointed and qualified. The bill directly affects Sophia Messina and the State Board of Education, with no policy changes beyond confirming this specific appointment.
This resolution confirms Governor's nomination of Donald R. Green of Meriden to serve as a Superior Court judge for an eight-year term, replacing the retiring Judge John D. Moore. It formally approves the appointment following the standard confirmation process by both legislative chambers. The bill directly affects Judge Green and the Superior Court's staffing in Meriden, with no substantive policy changes beyond the appointment itself. As a procedural resolution, it does not alter laws or create new obligations.
