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HJ 606

Celebrating the life of Danny Joe Dales, D.C.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Will Morefield

Ceremonial memorial recognizing Dr. Danny Joe Dales, D.C., for community service and chiropractic work; directs Clerk to present the resolution to his family; no fiscal impact.

Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ606ER)
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Bill Summary · HJ 606

Summary of House Joint Resolution No. 606ER (HJ606ER)

Celebrating the life of Danny Joe Dales, D.C.

Purpose

HJ606ER is a ceremonial House Joint Resolution recognizing and commemorating the life, service, and contributions of Danny Joe Dales, D.C. The resolution memorializes Dales, who died on January 11, 2025, and expresses the General Assembly’s respect and sorrow, while highlighting his community involvement, professional work as a chiropractor, and dedication to family and faith. It also authorizes the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Dales’ family.

Key provisions and who is affected

  • Biographical acknowledgment:
    • Danny Joe Dales, D.C., was a chiropractor and longtime member of the Bluefield community (West Virginia).
    • Raised in Buchanan County; attended Garden High School (where he earned all-state football honors); studied at Life University.
    • Began his chiropractic career with Willis Chiropractic in 1996; in 2000, opened Dales Chiropractic, Inc. with his wife Kay Dales, D.C., serving patients in Bluefield and Welch.
  • Community and professional involvement:
    • Active in the Lions Club in Welch and the Bluefield Planning Commission.
    • Contributed to youth development as a coach in various youth leagues and as a supporter/coach/doctor of Graham High School athletics.

  • Family and faith:

    • Devoted husband to Kay (28 years), father to Danny II, Zachary, and Ella; mother Sue; strong faith and baptismed life.

  • Ceremonial outcomes:

    • The General Assembly notes with sadness the loss and recognizes Dales’ integrity and legacy of service.
    • The Clerk is directed to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Dales’ family.

Procedural and timeline details

  • Introduced: February 6, 2025 (HJ606).
  • House action: Engrossed February 10, 2025; Agreed to by the House February 10, 2025.
  • Senate action: Agreed to by the Senate February 13, 2025.
  • Enrolled status: Enrolled as HJ606ER (final passed version).
  • Legislative actions show the bill text as passed by both chambers on March 20, 2025 (HJ606ER).

Impact and scope

  • This is a ceremonial memorial resolution with no fiscal impact, no new programs or policies, and no changes in law. Its primary effect is formal recognition by the General Assembly of Danny Joe Dales’ life and service to his community.

Sponsor

  • Patron: Delegate Morefield (House of Delegates).

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