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SJ 354

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

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Travis Hackworth and 1 co-sponsor

Ceremonial West Virginia resolution honoring Danny Joe Dales, D.C., for public health service and community work; expresses condolences and directs a copy to his family.

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ354ER)
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Bill Summary · SJ 354

Overview

Senate Joint Resolution No. 354 (SJ354ER) is a ceremonial, non-substantive measure adopted to celebrate and honor the life of Danny Joe Dales, D.C., a respected chiropractor and longtime member of the Bluefield, West Virginia community. The enrolled version reflects final passage by both chambers (Senate and House) in February 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially note the passing of Danny Joe Dales, D.C., on January 11, 2025.
  • Recognize his contributions to public health, community service, and youth athletics.
  • Express the General Assembly’s respect and heartfelt condolences, and provide a formal copy to his family.

Key Biographical Highlights (as presented in SJ354ER)

  • Raised in Buchanan County; graduated from the former Garden High School, earning all-state football honors.
  • Attended Life University (now Life University) for chiropractic studies.
  • Began his chiropractic career with Willis Chiropractic in 1996; four years later co-founded Dales Chiropractic, Inc. with his wife, Kay Dales, D.C., serving patients in Bluefield and Welch, WV.
  • Active in the community: Lions Club in Welch; Bluefield Planning Commission.
  • Involved with youth sports as a coach and as a supporter/doctor for Graham High School’s athletic program in Bluefield.
  • Devoted husband (28 years) and father (Danny II, Zachary, Ella); mother Sue; faith-driven throughout life.

Provisions and Language

  • The resolution contains customary “Whereas” clauses detailing Dales’s life, service, faith, and family.
  • The substantive action is the “Resolved” clause:
    • The General Assembly notes with great sadness the loss of Danny Joe Dales, D.C., and acknowledges his integrity and legacy of service.
    • The Clerk of the Senate is directed to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to the Dales family.

Who is Affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: Danny Joe Dales’s family and close contacts.
  • Community impact: Bluefield/WV community members who benefited from his professional and volunteer work.
  • State/civic institutions: The General Assembly and its Clerk, which formalize and preserve the remembrance in official records.

Legislative History and Timeline

  • Introduced: February 6, 2025.
  • Engrossed by Senate: February 13, 2025; Agreed to by Senate February 13, 2025.
  • House actions: Received February 14, 2025; Agreed to by the House February 17, 2025.
  • Enrolled and final status: Enrolled February 2025; SJ354ER reflects the enrolled text as passed by both chambers.
  • Key dates also appear in the bill’s history log:
    • Presented (25106079D) on February 6, 2025.
    • Laid on Clerk’s Desk on February 6, 2025.
    • Enrolled/Agreed actions completed mid-February 2025.
  • Patrons: Senator Hackworth; Delegate Morefield.

Additional Notes

  • This is a ceremonial resolution, not a law or budget measure; it does not authorize expenditures or impose mandates.
  • The document serves as official recognition of an individual's life and community impact and as a gesture of respect from the General Assembly.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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