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HJ 76

RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF PATRICK T. RING, ESQUIRE, OF WINDSOR TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT.

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

The bill confirms Governor’s nomination of Patrick T. Ring to serve as a Connecticut Superior Court judge for an eight-year term starting after both Houses confirm him.

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Bill Summary · HJ 76

Summary of Bill: HJ 76 (Connecticut, 2026)

Basic Information

  • Type: House Joint Resolution (HJ)
  • Session: February 2026
  • Jurisdiction: Connecticut
  • Title: RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF PATRICK T. RING, ESQUIRE, OF WINDSOR TO BE A JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT
  • LCO Number: 3341
  • Introduced By: Rep. Stafstrom (129th District); Sen. Winfield (10th District)
  • Co-Sponsors: Rep. Gary Winfield; Rep. Steve Stafstrom
  • Committee Referral: Judiciary
  • Status/Action:
    • Public Hearing held (April 13, 2026)
    • Favorable report, tabled for House calendar (April 13, 2026)
    • House Calendar: No. 417 (as of that date)

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution formally confirms the Governor’s nomination of Patrick T. Ring, Esquire, of Windsor, to serve as a Judge of the Connecticut Superior Court.
  • If confirmed by both houses, Ring would serve a term of eight years beginning on the date of Senate and House confirmation.

Key Provisions

  • Appointment Confirmation: The General Assembly approves and confirms the Governor’s nomination.
  • Office and Term: Patrick T. Ring is appointed as a Judge of the Superior Court for an eight-year term starting upon confirmation by both Houses.
  • Succession: The appointment fills the vacancy previously held by the Honorable David P. Gold.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Individual: Patrick T. Ring, Esq., becomes a Superior Court judge for an eight-year term.
  • Judiciary: Adds a new judge to the Connecticut Superior Court, potentially affecting caseload distribution, docket management, and judicial resources.
  • Citizens/Legal Community: Impacts access to judicial services in Connecticut through the appointment of a new Superior Court judge; could affect case outcomes, court procedures, and specialty assignments depending on Ring’s eventual docket and jurisprudential approach.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Nomination Origination: Nominated by the Governor.
  • Confirmation Process: Requires approval by both houses of the General Assembly (House and Senate).
  • Term Duration: Eight-year term, commencing from the date of confirmation by both Houses.
  • Current Status: After a public hearing, the bill reports favorable and is tabled for the House calendar, indicating continued movement toward final passage subject to floor votes.

Contextual Notes

  • The resolution does not alter substantive law or court procedures beyond confirming an appointment.
  • The eight-year term aligns with standard judicial tenure lengths in Connecticut for appointment terms, subject to reappointment after term completion.

If you’d like, I can compare this nomination to prior Superior Court confirmations or provide background on Patrick T. Ring’s professional qualifications and prior judicial/clerking experience.

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

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