Rep. Julio Concepción

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution (SJ 4) confirms the appointment of Harry Rilling of Norwalk to the Connecticut Port Authority Board of Directors. The resolution formally approves Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff's nomination for a term ending June 30, 2029. It does not create new policies or affect any specific regulations, as it is a routine procedural confirmation of an existing nomination. The Connecticut Port Authority oversees port operations and economic development in Connecticut.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution (SJ 10) confirms Governor's nomination of Dr. Andrew Carlson of Milford to serve on the State Board of Education, replacing Juan C. Salazar. It directly affects Dr. Carlson, who will serve until February 28, 2028, or until a successor is appointed. The resolution is purely procedural, approving the governor's nomination without altering any education policies or creating new requirements. It does not change existing laws or affect other stakeholders beyond confirming this specific appointment.

Maddy summarySJ 9 is a procedural resolution confirming Governor's nomination of William D. Logue of West Hartford for reappointment to the State Department of Education Arbitration Panel. The resolution approves his continued service as a neutral arbitrator through June 30, 2029, or until a successor is appointed. This is a routine confirmation of an existing nomination with no new policy or funding changes. The bill directly affects the panel's membership but does not alter education law or procedures.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Joint Resolution (SJ 36) confirms Governor's nomination of Donald E. Williams, Jr. of Brooklyn to serve on the Board of Regents for Higher Education, replacing Joann M. Ryan. The resolution approves his appointment to a term ending June 30, 2030, or until a successor is appointed. As a procedural confirmation resolution, it does not change policy but formally approves a gubernatorial nomination for a state higher education governance position.

Maddy summaryThis resolution confirms the reappointment of Alex Harris of Ridgefield to the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities for a term ending July 13, 2028. It directly affects Harris, who will continue serving on the Commission, and the Commission itself, which gains a member for the specified term. The resolution is a procedural action approving a nomination by the Senate President Pro Tempore, with no new policy provisions or changes to existing laws.

Maddy summarySB 257 limits landlords' reasons for evicting certain tenants, including those aged 62+ with a household member over 62, tenants with qualifying disabilities (or household members with such disabilities), or tenants who have lived in the unit for 12+ months. Landlords may only evict for specific reasons like nonpayment of rent, serious health/safety violations, or material lease breaches - not for the landlord (or family member) moving in, unless strict conditions are met (e.g., 90 days' notice and no available units). Rent increases for these protected tenants must be "fair and equitable" and can be challenged through local commissions or court. The law applies to buildings with five+ units or mobile home parks and takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Susan Hamilton of West Hartford to serve as Commissioner of Children and Families. The resolution approves her appointment to lead the state agency responsible for child welfare and family services, with a term ending on March 1, 2027. This is a procedural measure that allows the legislative body to formally accept the executive branch's selection for this administrative position.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Patricia M. Feeney of Plainfield to join the Technical Education and Career System Board. The resolution approves her appointment as a board member with experience in manufacturing or trades related to the system, succeeding Christine Benz. Feeney will serve at the Governor's pleasure for a term matching the Governor's term or until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever is longer. This action formalizes her appointment to the board without changing any existing laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the Governor's nomination of Barry F. Armata from Suffield to join the Judicial Review Council as a Superior Court judge. The resolution approves Armata's appointment to serve a term ending November 30, 2028, or until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever occurs later. This action replaces the outgoing member, Honorable Vernon Oliver, and follows the standard confirmation process for judicial appointments. The measure is a procedural step that does not alter existing laws or create new policy requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the nomination of James Donegan from Milford to serve on the Connecticut Port Authority Board of Directors. As a designee of Milford's chief elected official, Donegan would represent the town on the board for a term ending June 30, 2029. The resolution formally approves the nomination originally made by House Majority Leader Jason Rojas. This action allows Donegan to participate in the Port Authority's governance and decision-making processes.