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HR 1066: Washington, Senior Chief Earnest C. Washington; retirement from the Department of Veterans Affairs and prior decades-long service to the United States Navy; commend

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House Resolution 1066

By: Representatives Alexander of the 66th and New of the 40th

A RESOLUTION

Honoring Senior Chief Earnest C. Washington upon his retirement from the Department of Veterans Affairs and prior decades-long service to the United States Navy; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Senior Chief Earnest C. Washington, a proud native of Savannah, Georgia, has devoted a lifetime to service, leadership, and excellence, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to both country and community; and

WHEREAS, after more than twenty years of honorable service in the United States Navy, Mr. Washington retired, and later began his federal civilian career with the Department of Veterans Affairs is 2008, as a Rating Veterans Service Representative, exemplifying that service to Veterans was not merely a profession, but a lifelong calling; and

WHEREAS, throughout his tenure at the Atlanta Regional VA Office, Mr. Washington distinguished himself as a respected leader, mentor, and advocate, progressing through multiple leadership roles, including Assistant Coach, Coach, and ultimately, in April 2015, promotion to Assistant Veterans Service Center Manager; and

WHEREAS, in every role, Mr. Washington made a lasting impact—strengthening operations, mentoring staff, and upholding the highest standards of service for the men and women who served our nation; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Washington's career reflects the highest ideals of servant leadership, grounded in integrity, discipline, and a profound commitment to community; and

WHEREAS, his personal life mirrors his professional accomplishments, as he and his devoted wife, Marcia Washington, a fellow Navy retiree and former VA Atlanta Regional employee, have shared 36 years of marriage and nurtured a family committed to service and leadership; and

WHEREAS, their three children and six grandchildren continue the family's legacy of service and community engagement, further exemplifying the enduring impact of a family dedicated to service, mentorship, and community contribution; and

WHEREAS, Senior Chief Washington officially retires on January 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, leadership, and service, and entering a well-earned chapter with more time to spend with family and loved ones; and

WHEREAS, his contributions to Veterans, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the community will be remembered for years to come.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body honor and commend Senior Chief Earnest C. Washington for his extraordinary service to the United States Navy, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the community of Douglasville, Georgia, as well as extends their deepest gratitude to Senior Chief Washington and his family for their unwavering dedication, exemplary leadership, and lifelong commitment to service.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Senior Chief Washington.