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HR362 • 2026

Commending Joel Cannaday.

Commending Joel Cannaday.

Elections Labor
Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Phillips
Last action
2026-04-24
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Commending Joel Cannaday

This bill commends Joel Cannaday for his long-term work as an election official in Henry County.

What This Bill Does

  • Says that Joel Cannaday has worked for over 25 years in Henry County as an election worker, precinct chief, and chair of the Henry County Electoral Board.
  • Praises him for ensuring elections were fair, accurate, and followed state and local laws.
  • Thanks him for his careful work and dedication to public service.
  • Asks the Clerk of the House to give Joel Cannaday a copy of this commendation.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Joel Cannaday
  • The Clerk of the House

Terms To Know

Electoral Board
A group that oversees elections and makes sure they are fair.
Clerk of the House
An official who keeps records for the House of Delegates.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This bill does not change any laws or give money.
  • It only expresses commendation and thanks to Joel Cannaday.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-24 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR362ER)

  2. 2026-03-10 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-03-10 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-03-09 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26109156D

Official Summary Text

Commending Joel Cannaday.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Joel Cannaday.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 10, 2026
WHEREAS, Joel Cannaday has devoted more than 25 years of service to Henry County as an election worker, precinct chief, and most recently as chair of the Henry County Electoral Board; and
WHEREAS, throughout his years of service, Joel Cannaday demonstrated a strong commitment to the democratic process, ensuring that elections in Henry County were conducted fairly, accurately, and in accordance with state and local laws; and
WHEREAS, as chair of the Henry County Electoral Board, Joel Cannaday played a vital role in maintaining public confidence in elections by safeguarding the integrity, transparency, and accessibility of the electoral process; and
WHEREAS, over the course of his career in public service, Joel Cannaday demonstrated careful attention to detail and a steadfast commitment to ensuring the good and efficient functioning of representative government; and
WHEREAS, Joel Cannaday's years of service reflect the values of civic responsibility, integrity, and dedication to service that strengthen local government and the Commonwealth as a whole; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Joel Cannaday hereby be commended on the occasion of his retirement as chair of the Henry County Electoral Board; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Joel Cannaday as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for his contributions to the electoral process and achievements in service to the Henry County community and the Commonwealth.