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HONORING OSCAR ROBLES

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On 2026-05-12, Representative Mike Thompson (D-CA-4) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING OSCAR ROBLES" in the House.

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HONORING OSCAR ROBLES

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E427] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING OSCAR ROBLES ______ HON. MIKE THOMPSON of california in the house of representatives Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Oscar Robles for his contributions to the Community Health Initiative and to our community. For the last nine years, Oscar has served on the Community Health Initiative (CHI) board. He had dedicated his time and efforts to CHI as part of an extraordinary team that breaks down barriers, making sure our most vulnerable neighbors, from children and families to older adults, have access to health coverage, and to the care that they need to live a healthy life. Oscar has played an important role in keeping our community healthy by providing financial guidance and business advice that has enabled CHI to assist more than 27,000 people across Napa and Solano counties to access affordable health coverage through Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Covered California. Oscar serves as the Senior Financial Advisor and Resident Director of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Born in Juarez, Mexico, Oscar moved to Hollister, California with his mother when he was a child. When his dad joined them, he opened a truck repair shop where Oscar learned the value of building financial skills as he worked alongside his dad. Later, Oscar was the first in his family to attend college and graduated from San Francisco State University with bachelor's degrees in cinema and anthropology. His passion for finance was ignited by one of his first managers after college. Oscar used his knowledge and experience to teach our community members about financial literacy, helping individuals who may not have had other resources learn how to understand taxes, grow a business, or create a financial safety net. Oscar also has a place in his heart for serving others as demonstrated through his volunteer efforts. This includes having served on the board of the Hispanic/Latino Organization for Leadership and Advancement, the oldest and largest Bank of America Employee Network, welcoming incoming Latino transfer students at Santa Clara State University, and his service with the Hispanic Bar Association, and the Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers Association. As a board member and past president of CHI, Oscar has been instrumental in guiding the organization in its growth and financial stability. Mr. Speaker, Oscar Robles has done incredible work for the Community Health Initiative and for our community. It is with great honor and deep appreciation that we recognize his invaluable contributions here today. ____________________

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HONORING OSCAR ROBLES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E427] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING OSCAR ROBLES ______ HON. MIKE THOMPSON of california in the house of representatives Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Oscar Robles for his contributions to the Community Health Initiative and to our community. For the last nine years, Oscar has served on the Community Health Initiative (CHI) board. He had dedicated his time and efforts to CHI as part of an extraordinary team that breaks down barriers, making sure our most vulnerable neighbors, from children and families to older adults, have access to health coverage, and to the care that they need to live a healthy life. Oscar has played an important role in keeping our community healthy by providing financial guidance and business advice that has enabled CHI to assist more than 27,000 people across Napa and Solano counties to access affordable health coverage through Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Covered California. Oscar serves as the Senior Financial Advisor and Resident Director of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Born in Juarez, Mexico, Oscar moved to Hollister, California with his mother when he was a child. When his dad joined them, he opened a truck repair shop where Oscar learned the value of building financial skills as he worked alongside his dad. Later, Oscar was the first in his family to attend college and graduated from San Francisco State University with bachelor's degrees in cinema and anthropology. His passion for finance was ignited by one of his first managers after college. Oscar used his knowledge and experience to teach our community members about financial literacy, helping individuals who may not have had other resources learn how to understand taxes, grow a business, or create a financial safety net. Oscar also has a place in his heart for serving others as demonstrated through his volunteer efforts. This includes having served on the board of the Hispanic/Latino Organization for Leadership and Advancement, the oldest and largest Bank of America Employee Network, welcoming incoming Latino transfer students at Santa Clara State University, and his service with the Hispanic Bar Association, and the Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers Association. As a board member and past president of CHI, Oscar has been instrumental in guiding the organization in its growth and financial stability. Mr. Speaker, Oscar Robles has done incredible work for the Community Health Initiative and for our community. It is with great honor and deep appreciation that we recognize his invaluable contributions here today. ____________________