Connecticut committee advances judicial nominations including Donald R Green and Caitlin A Halloran

The Connecticut State Legislature's Judiciary Committee convened on February 27, 2025, to discuss several judicial nominations. The meeting primarily focused on the approval of nominees for various judicial positions, including judges for the Superior Court and family support magistrates.

The committee conducted a roll call vote for Jesse W. Giddings of North Haven, who was nominated to be a judge of the Superior Court. The vote was overwhelmingly in favor, with all members present supporting the nomination. Following this, the committee moved to consider additional nominations, including Donald R. Green of Meriden, Caitlin A. Halloran of West Hartford, and Angeline N. Ianno of West Hartford, all of whom were also placed on the consent calendar without objection.

A notable discussion arose regarding the nomination of Kevin C. Shea of Madison. While the committee members expressed general support for Shea, concerns were raised about his responses to questions regarding "Robitis," a topic that seemed to warrant attention. Despite these concerns, the nomination was moved to the consent calendar.

The committee continued to review other nominations, including Latonia C. Williams of West Hartford and Yanetan E. Zamir of Woodbridge, both of whom were also placed on the consent calendar. The meeting concluded with a series of motions to approve nominations for family support magistrates and administrative law judges, all of which were similarly moved to the consent calendar.

Overall, the Judiciary Committee's meeting highlighted a streamlined process for judicial nominations, with most candidates receiving unanimous support, reflecting a collaborative approach among committee members. The next steps will involve formal approval by the full legislature, ensuring these nominees can assume their roles in the Connecticut judicial system.