SJ 36 Connecticut Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF DONALD E. WILLIAMS, JR. OF BROOKLYN TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION.

This 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.
Bill status passed 4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
House Passage
Apr 2026
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2026 Last action Apr 20, 2026
Floor votes · Senate Apr 8, 2026 · House Apr 20, 2026

How they voted

323
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 36
Apr 8, 2026
D Democratic25
25 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican11
7 Yea 3 Nay 1
63% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
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Apr 20, 2026
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Apr 8, 2026
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