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HR 2088

Commending Christopher Ezelle.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Phil Scott

HR 2088 ceremonially commends Christopher Ezelle on retiring after nearly five decades of public service, citing his CBRN defense leadership and national security contributions.

Bill text as passed House (HR2088ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 2088

Overview

  • Type: House Resolution
  • Number: HR 2088
  • Session: 2026 Special Session I
  • Jurisdiction: Virginia
  • Title: Commending Christopher Ezelle
  • Date Introduced: June 12, 2026
  • Sponsor: Representative Phil Scott (co-sponsor)

HR 2088 is a non-binding House of Delegates resolution recognizing and commending an individual, Christopher Ezelle, upon retirement from federal service. It expresses appreciation for his career and contributions and asks the Clerk to present a copy of the resolution to him.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly commend Christopher Ezelle for his decades of government service and his retirement in 2026.
  • To acknowledge his contributions to national security, specifically in the field of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) defense and related areas.
  • To recognize his leadership, strategic vision, and impact on readiness and resilience of military and national security efforts.

Key Provisions and Provisions vs. Actions

  • The resolution states that Ezelle will retire in 2026 after nearly five decades of government service.
  • It highlights several roles and achievements across his career, including:
    • Work as a senior CBRN strategist with the United States Army.
    • Previous roles as a United States Air Force combat developer, lead operational analyst, system manager for decontamination, and program manager.
    • Contributions to the development of passive defense frameworks and to field operations and material acquisitions for the Army.
    • Experience across four major theaters of war, contributing to capabilities protecting personnel from modern CBRN threats.
    • Understanding of material development and policies referenced as the U.S. Department of War’s 5000-series policies, and efforts to mitigate institutional risk and secure mission-essential survivability assets.
  • The resolution directs that the Clerk of the House prepare and present a copy to Ezelle as an expression of appreciation for his contributions to the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation and best wishes on retirement.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Individual: Christopher Ezelle (retiring federal/defense professional).
  • Legislature: Virginia House of Delegates; issuance of an official commendation.
  • No direct policy changes, funding implications, or regulatory modifications are introduced. The measure is ceremonial and recognizes service.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Introduced and presented on the Speaker’s table (June 12, 2026).
  • Action History indicates standard ceremonial processing for a congratulatory/commendation resolution.
  • Bill does not appear to contain fiscal provisions or enforceable obligations; its primary effect is formal recognition.
  • If adopted, the Clerk will prepare a commemorative copy for presentation.

Summary

HR 2088 is a ceremonial House of Delegates resolution commending Christopher Ezelle on the occasion of his 2026 retirement after nearly five decades of public service. It enumerates his roles and contributions to national security and CBRN defense, notes his leadership and strategic impact, and directs the Clerk to present a copy of the resolution to Ezelle. The measure has no fiscal impact or regulatory effect and serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Commonwealth.

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

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