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CT HB05535

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Claims Commissioner may retain jurisdiction over improperly filed claims seeking money damages up to $15,000 that should have been filed in Superior Court, effective October 1, 2026

  • Appeals of Claims Commissioner decisions on these retained claims must be filed with the Appellate Court within 20 days of the decision

  • General Assembly review period for wrongful incarceration compensation awards extended from 45 days to 60 days, effective July 1, 2026

  • Wrongful incarceration awards exceeding $35,000, or stipulated awards over $1.5 million, require General Assembly review within 5 business days of the award determination

  • If the General Assembly takes no action within the 60-day review period, the Claims Commissioner's determination is automatically confirmed

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Duties Of The Office Of The Claims Commissioner And Review Of Wrongful Incarceration Awards By The General Assembly.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/16

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/10/2026

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