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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHONORING BERNARDO “BERNIE” NARVAEZ
HON. MIKE THOMPSON
of california
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Bernardo “Bernie” Narvaez, whom I have selected to receive the American Dream Award for California's 4th Congressional District. This award recognizes the achievements of immigrants in my district who have made remarkable contributions to our communities in the areas of Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation or Community Service. As the Napa County honoree, Mr. Narvaez is very deserving of this award and recognition.
Mr. Narvaez was born in Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico. He immigrated to the United States with his family in 1990 and grew up in poverty. After the September 11 attacks, Mr. Narvaez enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, served honorably for six years, and is a Veteran of the Iraq War.
After his honorable service from the Marine Corps, Mr. Narvaez began working in insurance and risk management, founding Narvaez Insurance Services with his father. They have served more than 4,000 families and small businesses. He built on this experience as the Co-Chair of the Rotary Fire Relief, offering funds to small business owners affected by the Napa fires. Mr. Narvaez currently serves as the City Councilmember for Napa's District 4 and Vice-Chair of the Napa County Climate Action Committee.
Mr. Narvaez is widely respected for his tireless work ethic and a deep sense of responsibility to our Napa community. His career has been defined by dedication and integrity, evident by his many leadership roles with organizations including Napa Sunrise Rotarian, Government Affairs Director with Napa County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Commandant of Napa Marine Corps League, NVTA Board of Directors, and Member of Napa County Veteran Commission.
Mr. Narvaez's advocacy for the Latino community is deeply rooted in his heritage. Mr. Narvaez served an active role in launching the Napa County Hispanic Foundation to support young Latino leaders through training and mentorship. Mr. Narvaez continues to be a determined leader to our Napa community with strong support from his wife, Gaby, and their three children.
Mr. Speaker, we recognize Bernie Narvaez for his achievements and the enriching our community. It is therefore fitting and proper that we honor him here today with the American Dream Award.