HONORING CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER FIVE BERNARD AGUON

On 2026-01-12, Representative James C. Moylan (R-GU) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER FIVE BERNARD AGUON" in the House.

HONORING CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER FIVE BERNARD AGUON

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E23] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER FIVE BERNARD AGUON _____ HON. JAMES C. MOYLAN of guam in the house of representatives Monday, January 12, 2026 Mr. MOYLAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Chief Warrant Officer Five Bernard Aguon of the District of Columbia National Guard, a proud son of Guam, for a lifetime of extraordinary service to our Nation. With more than 34 years of collective service across all three components of the United States Army, CW5 Aguon represents the very best of what it means to serve. His career is defined not only by longevity, but by impact, by a steadfast commitment to solving problems, building systems, and ensuring that the men and women who serve our country are supported with professionalism and care. Most recently, CW5 Aguon served as the sixth Command Chief Warrant Officer of the District of Columbia National Guard. In this role, he was the top Army Warrant Officer advisor to the Commanding General, the Adjutant General, and the Land Component Commander. He was relied upon as a trusted counselor to commanders at every level, called upon to bring clarity to complex challenges and to guide decisions that affect the force. Before assuming this role, he served at the highest levels of the National Guard as the G1 Senior Personnel Advisor within the Human Resource Information Systems Division. There, his work helped shape the future of how the Army manages its people, a responsibility that reached far beyond any single unit or command. Throughout his career, CW5 Aguon served in an extraordinary range of positions. From Engineer Platoon Sergeant to Warrant Officer Recruiter; from Unit Administrator to Army Band Commander; from Education Services Manager to Personnel Systems Advisor--his service reflects rare breadth and depth. He supported Engineer, Infantry, Personnel, and Recruiting commands, and in each role, he brought the same steady leadership and technical mastery. Perhaps most notably, CW5 Aguon was inducted into the U.S. Army Adjutant General Corps Wall of Fame in 2023 as a Distinguished Member of the Corps. This honor recognized his pivotal role in developing, testing, deploying, and sustaining the Army's Integrated Personnel and Pay System. This platform now supports Soldiers across the entire force, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and efficiency in how the Army manages its people. That contribution alone will shape the Army for generations. His decorations, including the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Combat Action Badge, and Army Staff Identification Badge, reflect a career defined by excellence. But as with all great leaders, his true legacy is not found in ribbons or medals. It is found in the systems he built, the soldiers he guided, and the trust he earned. Beyond the uniform, CW5 Aguon has continued to serve. He has been a leader within the Adjutant General Corps, a life member of multiple professional associations, and the President of the Guam Society of America, remaining deeply connected to the island he proudly calls home. Born and raised on Guam, he now resides in Northern Virginia with his wife Jennifer and their four children: Rocco, Rio, Aurora, and Andre. His journey from our small island in the Pacific to the highest levels of the National Guard is a powerful reminder of the reach and resilience of those who come from Guam and choose to serve something greater than themselves. CW5 Aguon's career stands as a testament to quiet leadership, technical excellence, and unwavering dedication. He has strengthened our Army, supported countless soldiers, and brought honor to his family and his island. On behalf of a grateful Nation, and with great pride, I thank him for his service, his sacrifice, and his enduring legacy. ____________________