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HD 5285

A communication from the Office of the Comptroller (see item 1599-3384 of Section 2 of Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2024) submitting the Settlements and Judgements accounts payable report for fiscal year 2025

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

Bill HD 5285 mandates a report on $5.1M in legal settlements for FY 2025, enhancing transparency for state financial transactions and benefiting public accountability.

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Bill Summary · HD 5285

Summary of Bill HD 5285

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: HD 5285
  • Title: A communication from the Office of the Comptroller submitting the Settlements and Judgments accounts payable report for fiscal year 2025
  • Status: Placed on file
  • Introduced: November 17, 2025
  • Classification: Proposed bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill HD 5285 serves to formally submit the Settlements and Judgments report for the fiscal year 2025, as mandated by Section 2 of Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2024. The report details payments made from the Settlements and Judgments reserve account, providing transparency regarding financial transactions related to legal settlements and judgments against the state.

Key Provisions

  • Reporting Requirements: The bill requires the Office of the Comptroller to submit a detailed report to the House and Senate Committees on Ways and Means. This report includes:

    • Total payments made from the Settlements and Judgments reserve account (1599-3384) during the accounts payable period of fiscal year 2025.
    • A breakdown of payments by payee, amount, and the associated department or agency.

  • Financial Summary: For the accounts payable period from July 1, 2025, to August 31, 2025, a total of $5,115,703.70 was disbursed from the Settlements and Judgments reserve account. This amount reflects payments made for claims approved prior to the end of the fiscal year.

  • Fiscal Year 2025 Overview: The report provides a comprehensive overview of spending for the entire fiscal year, including:

    • Original and supplemental appropriations.
    • Spending across different quarters.
    • Transfers made for specific purposes, such as benefits for families of public safety employees killed in the line of duty.

Impact

  • Affected Parties: The report impacts various stakeholders, including:

    • State departments and agencies involved in legal settlements.
    • Payees who received payments from the Settlements and Judgments reserve.
    • The public, as it enhances transparency in government spending.

  • Transparency Measures: The information is also made available on the Comptroller’s transparency website, CTHRU, ensuring public access to financial data related to state settlements and judgments.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was introduced and placed on file on November 17, 2025. As it stands, it does not require further legislative action but serves as an official record of the financial activities related to settlements and judgments for the specified fiscal year.

Conclusion

Bill HD 5285 is a crucial component of fiscal accountability, ensuring that the state’s financial dealings regarding legal settlements are documented and accessible. The report not only fulfills statutory obligations but also promotes transparency in government financial practices.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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