The resolution, House Joint Resolution No. 26, pertains to the confirmation of the Honorable Joseph M. Shortall of Bloomfield as a State Referee. The resolution was introduced by Representative Stafstrom and Senator Winfield and has been referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

The resolution formally approves and confirms the nomination made by the Governor, allowing Joseph M. Shortall to serve as a State Referee for a term of eight years, beginning on November 28, 2026.