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HJ 68

RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF NISA J. KHAN, ESQUIRE, OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Steve Stafstrom and 1 co-sponsor

Confirming Nisa J. Khan as a Connecticut Superior Court judge for an eight-year term upon bipartisan approval.

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Bill Summary · HJ 68

Summary of HJ 68 (2026) — Nomination Confirmation for Superior Court Judge

Overview

  • Type: Joint Resolution (Resolution confirming nomination)
  • Jurisdiction: Connecticut
  • Session: February 2026
  • Subject: Confirmation of the Governor’s nominee to the Connecticut Superior Court
  • Nominee: Nisa J. Khan, Esquire, of West Hartford
  • Position: Judge of the Connecticut Superior Court
  • Term Length: Eight years, commencing on the date of confirmation by both Houses
  • Succession: Replaces the Honorable Carl E. Taylor

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution formally confirms the Governor’s nomination of Nisa J. Khan to serve as a Judge of the Connecticut Superior Court.
  • Upon confirmation by both legislative chambers, Khan will be appointed to serve an eight-year term, contributing to the judiciary’s operations and caseload.

Key Provisions and Provisions Details

  • Approval Mechanism: Requires confirmation by both Houses of the General Assembly (House and Senate).
  • Term of Office: Eight-year term, starting from the date of confirmation by both Houses.
  • Succession Details: The appointment will be in succession to the prior judge, the Honorable Carl E. Taylor.
  • Appointment Authority: The nomination originates from the Governor; the resolution is the legislative action to grant confirmation.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Individual: Nisa J. Khan, Esquire (nominee)
    • Residence: West Hartford (as stated in the bill)
  • Judiciary: Connecticut Superior Court
    • Khan’s position as a Superior Court Judge, for an eight-year term contingent on final legislative confirmation
  • Existing Judge: Hon. Carl E. Taylor (predecessor in the seat)

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced by: Rep. Stafstrom (129th District) and Sen. Winfield (10th District); co-sponsors include Rep. Winfield and Rep. Stafstrom
  • Referral: Committee on Judiciary
  • Action History:
    • Public hearing held on April 13, 2026
    • Reported favorably and tabled for House calendar on the same date (House Calendar No. 409)
  • Next Steps: Requires approval by both chambers (House and Senate) to finalize the confirmation and. upon both approvals, Khan would be appointed as a Superior Court Judge for eight years.

Practical Impact

  • Judicial Capacity: Adds a new judge to the Superior Court, potentially affecting case management, docket efficiency, and judicial resources.
  • Diverse Representation: Depending on Khan’s professional background and jurisprudential approach, the appointment may influence perspectives on the bench.
  • Operational Stability: An eight-year term provides long-term service continuity for the court.

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

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