Senate Joint Resolution No. 77 confirms the Claims Commissioner's decision to award George Gould $6,700,000 for his claim against the state regarding wrongful incarceration. The resolution, reported favorably by the Judiciary Committee, acknowledges the compensation as a necessary financial remedy for Gould's wrongful conviction and subsequent incarceration.

The financial implications of this resolution indicate a one-time expenditure of $6.7 million from the General Fund's Adjudicated Claims account for the fiscal year 2025. There are no anticipated ongoing costs associated with this claim in future years, as it is a singular compensation award. The resolution received unanimous support from the Judiciary Committee, reflecting a strong consensus on the need to address wrongful incarceration claims.