House Joint Resolution No. 90 confirms the Claims Commissioner's decision to award Andre Dawson a compensation of $1,107,356.76 for his claim against the state regarding wrongful incarceration. The resolution was reported favorably by the Judiciary Committee and is set to be funded from the adjudicated claims account of the General Fund.

The financial impact of this resolution will result in a one-time expenditure of approximately $1.1 million in the fiscal year 2025, with no ongoing fiscal implications in subsequent years. The resolution has received unanimous support from the Judiciary Committee, reflecting a strong consensus on the need to address wrongful incarceration claims.