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SR32 • 2026

Commending Frances Wade.

Commending Frances Wade.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Stanley
Last action
2026-02-06
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Commending Frances Wade

This legislation commends Frances Wade, who retired from her position as master chief deputy clerk at the Circuit Court of Henry County.

What This Bill Does

  • Praises Frances Wade for her long service and contributions to the Henry County Circuit Court.
  • Recognizes her role in modernizing court records by digitizing microfilmed deeds.
  • Acknowledges her extensive knowledge and leadership as a master chief deputy clerk.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Frances Wade
  • The Henry County Circuit Court

Terms To Know

Master Chief Deputy Clerk
A high-ranking position in a court's administrative staff, responsible for overseeing operations and record-keeping.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide any financial support or changes to laws.
  • It is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Virginia Senate.

Bill History

  1. 2026-02-06 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate (SR32ER)

  2. 2026-02-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate by voice vote

  3. 2026-02-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate by Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  4. 2026-02-03 Senate

    Presented 26104656D

  5. 2026-02-03 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Commending Frances Wade.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Frances Wade.
Agreed to by the Senate, February 5, 2026
WHEREAS, Frances Wade, an esteemed civil servant and former master chief deputy clerk of the Circuit Court of Henry County, retired on December 31, 2023; and
WHEREAS, Frances Wade joined the clerk's office of the Henry County Circuit Court in 1982 and held several positions over the next 41 years as she facilitated the court's operations and recordkeeping, including tasks such as documenting land records and issuing marriage licenses; and
WHEREAS, Frances Wade had extensive experience as a microfilm clerk, genealogist, and probate clerk and was a fount of knowledge for her colleagues at the Henry County Circuit Court clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of her leadership, Frances Wade was appointed master chief deputy clerk by Jennifer Ashworth, clerk of the Henry County Circuit Court, on January 1, 2016; and
WHEREAS, Frances Wade played a vital role in helping to modernize the Henry County Circuit Court clerk's office by assisting with the digitization of microfilmed deeds; and
WHEREAS, beyond the Henry County Circuit Court, Frances Wade was appointed to serve as a records manager with the Library of Virginia to assist with the preservation of circuit court records; and
WHEREAS, Frances Wade's tireless efforts made a difference in the lives of countless people who have passed through the doors of the Henry County Circuit Court over the past four decades; and
WHEREAS, with the utmost professionalism, patience, and grace, Frances Wade embodied the ideals of civil service, earning the respect and admiration of all Virginians; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Frances Wade, master chief deputy clerk of the Circuit Court of Henry County, hereby be commended on the occasion of her retirement; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Frances Wade as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's admiration for her contributions to Henry County and the Commonwealth and best wishes for a joyful and fulfilling retirement.