HJ 23 Connecticut House · 2026 Regular Session

RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE JAMES T. GRAHAM OF BLOOMFIELD TO BE A STATE REFEREE.

This House Joint Resolution (HJ 23) confirms the Governor's nomination of James T. Graham of Bloomfield to serve as a State Referee for an eight-year term beginning November 28, 2026. The resolution formally approves his appointment to this judicial role, which handles specific civil disputes under state law. It directly affects James T. Graham by granting him the official position and the citizens of Bloomfield who may interact with his court. The resolution is procedural, requiring legislative approval for the appointment but not changing any laws or policies.
Bill status passed 4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Governor
Introduced Feb 23, 2026 Last action Apr 8, 2026
Floor votes · Senate Apr 8, 2026 · House Mar 25, 2026

How they voted

360
Passed
Total votes 36
Apr 8, 2026
D Democratic25
25 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican11
11 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
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Total actions
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Key actions
2
Committee
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Apr 8, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED, SENATE
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Mar 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED, HOUSE
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2 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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