Joseph M. Minard (January 5, 1932 – January 17, 2022) was an American politician from

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, he was a member of the

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, representing the 12th district from 1990 until 1994, and again from 1998 until 2013. He was a Delegate in the

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from his appointment in 1983 through 1990. Minard was also the President Pro Tempore of the West Virginia Senate. He died on January 17, 2022, at the age of 90.

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West Virginia Legislature – Senator Joseph M. Minard
''official government website''
Project Vote Smart – Senator Joseph M. Minard (WV)
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