The Senate Joint Resolution No. 77 confirms the Claims Commissioner's decision to award George Gould $6,700,000 in compensation for his wrongful incarceration claim against the state. The resolution, reported favorably by the Judiciary Committee, acknowledges the financial award will be drawn from the adjudicated claims account of the General Fund.

The fiscal impact of this resolution is a one-time expenditure of $6.7 million in the fiscal year 2025, with no ongoing financial implications in subsequent years. The resolution received unanimous support from the Judiciary Committee, reflecting a strong consensus on the need to address the injustices faced by individuals wrongfully incarcerated.