Rep. Steve Stafstrom

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Justine L. Whalen to serve as a Judge of the Superior Court in Connecticut. The resolution approves her appointment for an eight-year term, which begins after confirmation by both legislative chambers and follows the retirement of the previous judge, Cesar A. Noble. By passing this measure, the General Assembly completes the judicial appointment process for Whalen, who is based in Branford. This action directly affects the state's judiciary by adding a new judge to the Superior Court bench.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Patrick T. Ring to serve as a judge on the Superior Court. The resolution officially approves his appointment for an eight-year term, which begins after confirmation by both legislative houses and follows the retirement of Judge David P. Gold. By passing this measure, the General Assembly completes the judicial appointment process for Mr. Ring.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Phillip Miller, a resident of Glastonbury, to serve as a judge on the Superior Court. The resolution approves his appointment for an eight-year term, which begins once both legislative chambers pass the measure. By confirming this nomination, the bill directly affects the composition of the Superior Court and fills the vacancy left by the Honorable Robert A. D'Andrea. This procedural action follows standard legislative steps to finalize judicial appointments in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Sean O. Kehoe to serve as a Judge of the Superior Court. The resolution approves his appointment for an eight-year term, replacing the outgoing judge Robin L. Wilson. By passing this measure, the legislature formally grants Kehoe the authority to preside over cases in that court. This action directly affects the state's judicial branch by adding a new judge to the roster.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Felice N. Gray-Kemp to serve as a Judge of the Superior Court. The resolution officially approves her appointment for an eight-year term, replacing the outgoing judge Elpedio N. Vitale. By passing this measure, both the House and Senate formally grant her the authority to act as a judge within the state's judicial system.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Sean P. McGuinness to serve as a judge on the Superior Court. The resolution approves his appointment for an eight-year term, which begins once both the House and Senate finalize the confirmation process. This action replaces the outgoing judge, Theodore R. Tyma, and directly affects the composition of the state's Superior Court bench. By passing this measure, the General Assembly completes the judicial selection process for McGuinness.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Connecticut municipalities to waive or refund interest on delinquent property taxes owed by large common interest communities that are in court-ordered receivership. To qualify for this relief, a community must have more than 500 units and be under a Superior Court order placing it in receivership, with the decision to grant the waiver or refund made by a local legislative vote. The provision applies to both unpaid interest on overdue taxes and interest that has already been paid by the community. If enacted, municipalities would lose potential revenue or incur costs depending on whether they choose to abate future interest or refund past payments.

Maddy summarySB 7 updates Connecticut's base funding level for public schools (called "Foundation") to increase annually from $11,525 (2014-2026) to $15,500 (2031+) with inflation adjustments. It also revises the "Regional bonus" calculation for towns sending students to regional schools or paying high school tuition. The bill's primary mechanism creates a 13-member working group (including school officials, teachers, students, and community representatives) to study the state's equalization aid formula and recommend improvements for equity and fiscal soundness. This group will examine how state education funding is distributed, aiming to address disparities between school districts. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, with the working group established immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryHB 5002 updates Connecticut's foundational education funding formula. It sets a base funding amount of $11,525 per student for fiscal years ending June 30, 2024-2026, then adjusts this amount annually based on the higher of personal income growth or inflation (as defined in state law) for all subsequent years. This change directly affects public school districts statewide by altering how state education funding is calculated and distributed. The bill does not modify specific programs for special education or early childhood services, as referenced in its title, but updates the core funding mechanism used to determine district allocations. The new formula takes effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution confirms the governor's nomination of Donna M. Wilkerson Brillant of Cromwell to serve as a Superior Court judge for an eight-year term beginning May 3, 2026. It formally approves her appointment without creating new laws or altering judicial procedures. The resolution was introduced by Senator Winfield (10th District) and Representative Stafstrom (129th District) and referred to the Judiciary Committee.