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CT HB06338

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/1/2021

Primary Sponsor

Anthony Nolan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends section 18-85b of the general statutes to reduce the state lien on lawsuit proceeds for formerly incarcerated persons from 50% to 25% of proceeds.
  • Shortens the time period during which the state can claim a lien from 20 years to 7 years after release from incarceration.
  • Applies to causes of action (lawsuits) brought by individuals who were previously incarcerated.
  • Referred to the Connecticut House Committee on Judiciary.
  • Introduced by Rep. Nolan (39th District) during the January 2021 session.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning State Liens Against The Proceeds Of Causes Of Action Of Persons Who Were Incarcerated.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary

2/1/2021

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/1/2021

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