Sen. Bob Duff

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the governor's nomination of Janice Beecher from New Britain to serve as a utility commissioner on the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority. The resolution approves her appointment to fill the vacancy left by Katherine Scharf Dykes, with a term scheduled to end on June 30, 2030. This action directly affects the composition of the state agency responsible for regulating public utilities in Connecticut. The measure is a procedural confirmation that allows Beecher to assume her official duties once she qualifies for the position.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the governor's nomination of Holly Cheeseman to serve as a utility commissioner for the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority. The resolution approves her appointment to fill the vacancy left by John W. Betkoski III, with a term ending on June 30, 2030. This procedural measure allows Cheeseman to officially begin her role overseeing Connecticut's public utilities. The bill directly affects the state's regulatory body by adding a new commissioner to its commission.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes parole eligibility rules for individuals convicted of crimes committed after July 1, 1981, who were under 26 years old at the time of the offense. It creates two main categories: those who may be eligible for parole after serving half their sentence, and those convicted of serious violent crimes who must serve 85% of their sentence before becoming eligible. The legislation requires the Board of Pardons and Paroles to hold hearings for certain offenders before releasing them on parole and mandates that the board document specific reasons for denying parole if a hearing is not held. The bill applies to people already incarcerated as of October 1, 1990, and sets specific conditions for residential placement and supervision during parole.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the governor's nomination of Michael R. Ricci from Guilford to serve as a neutral arbitrator on the State Department of Education Arbitration Panel. The resolution approves his reappointment for a term ending June 30, 2028, or until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever occurs later. This action allows Ricci to continue his role in resolving disputes within the education system as part of the state's existing arbitration process. The measure is a procedural confirmation that does not alter policy but validates an administrative appointment.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the appointment of Robert Mezzo from Naugatuck to serve on the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Port Authority. The resolution approves a nomination made by the Speaker of the House for a term ending June 30, 2028, or until a successor is appointed and qualified. This action directly affects the composition of the Port Authority's leadership by adding a new member. The bill is a procedural confirmation that does not change existing laws or policies.

Maddy summarySB 6 establishes a $600 annual tax credit per dependent child for eligible taxpayers with up to three children, phased out for higher-income households (e.g., $100k+ for single filers). It mandates all public school districts to provide free breakfast and lunch to every student in the 2027 fiscal year, funded by state grants. The bill also prohibits certain convicted individuals (e.g., for specific sex offenses) from sharing a home with a minor child unless they are the biological or adoptive parent, with exceptions for finalized adoptions. Additionally, it requires correctional facilities to notify child welfare agencies when such individuals are released, triggering case reviews for children under protective services.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the nomination of Dennis C. Murphy of Bridgeport to serve as a reappointed member of the State Department of Education Arbitration Panel. The resolution approves his appointment as a neutral arbitrator for a term ending June 30, 2028, or until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever occurs later. This action directly affects the State Department of Education by formalizing Murphy's role in resolving disputes related to education matters. The legislation is a procedural confirmation that does not create new policy but rather validates an existing gubernatorial nomination.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the governor's nomination of Richard H. Kosinski to serve as a neutral arbitrator on the State Department of Education Arbitration Panel. The resolution approves his reappointment for a term ending June 30, 2029, or until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever occurs later. This action allows Kosinski to continue his role in resolving disputes related to education matters within the state. The measure is a procedural confirmation that enables the panel to maintain its membership and function without interruption.

Maddy summaryThis resolution confirms the appointment of Linda Yelmini of Windsor as a neutral arbitrator on the State Department of Education Arbitration Panel. The appointment is for a term ending June 30, 2028, or until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever occurs later. This action formalizes the Governor's nomination and allows Yelmini to continue serving in this role. The bill does not create new policies but rather approves an existing administrative selection process.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the governor's nomination of Evan Pitkoff from Ridgefield to join the State Board of Education, replacing Allan B. Taylor. The resolution formally approves Pitkoff's appointment for a term ending February 28, 2029, or until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever occurs later. This action directly affects Pitkoff, who will serve on the board, and the State Board of Education, which will gain a new member. The measure is a procedural confirmation that does not alter existing laws or create new policies.