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SJ 71

RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE NOMINATION OF SHANNON JACOVINO OF WEST HARTFORD TO BE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES OMBUDSPERSON.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Julio Concepción and 1 co-sponsor

Confirms Shannon Jacovino as Director of the Office of Developmental Services Ombudsperson for a four-year term, ensuring leadership continuity and advocacy.

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Bill Summary · SJ 71

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution No. 71 (SJ 71) – Connecticut, 2026 Session

Purpose

  • SJ 71 is a resolution that confirms the Governor’s nomination of Shannon Jacovino of West Hartford to be reappointed as Director of the Office of Developmental Services Ombudsperson.
  • The appointment is for a term ending four years from the date of confirmation, or until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever is longer.

Key Provisions

  • Confirms the nomination of Shannon Jacovino to serve as Director of the Office of Developmental Services Ombudsperson.
  • Establishes the term length for the appointment:
    • Four-year term from the date of confirmation, or
    • Until a successor is appointed and qualified, whichever is longer.
  • The resolution is a formal act of the General Assembly approving the Governor’s appointee.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Shannon Jacovino (West Hartford) as Director of the Office of Developmental Services Ombudsperson.
  • The Office of Developmental Services Ombudsperson, which serves as an independent resource for individuals with developmental disabilities to address concerns, complaints, and advocacy, ensuring protections and services are delivered appropriately.
  • Connecticut’s executive and legislative branches in the context of appointment confirmations.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Nomination referred to: February 4, 2026 (Executive and Legislative Nominations).
  • Public hearing: March 24, 2026 (as part of committee review).
  • Committee action: February–March 2026 sequence includes favorable report and consideration on the Senate consent calendar.
  • Senate action: Adopted on April 8, 2026 (on consent calendar).
  • House action: Adopted in concurrence on April 20, 2026.
  • Effective effect: The resolution confirms the nomination and authorizes the term as described, contingent on the formal act of confirmation by both chambers.

Additional Context

  • The bill is a routine confirmation of an appointed position rather than creating new powers or allocating new funds.
  • It reflects ongoing governance and oversight of the Office of Developmental Services Ombudsperson, ensuring continuity of leadership and services for individuals with developmental disabilities in Connecticut.

If you’d like, I can add a brief background on the role of the Ombudsperson for the Office of Developmental Services or provide related statutory references.

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

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