[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E436]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING JAMES ``JIM'' REGUSCI

                                 ______
                                 

                           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 James 
``Jim'' Regusci. Mr. Regusci is being celebrated as our 2026 Napa 
Valley Grower of the Year for his contributions to our community.
  Jim Regusci grew up in the Napa Valley. He is a third-generation 
farmer with deep roots in the Stags Leap District. His grandfather, 
Gaetano Regusci, established the family ranch in 1932, laying the 
foundation for a multi-generational farming legacy. Married to Laura 
Regusci, Jim is the proud father of Alicia Regusci Hardin and James 
Regusci Jar., and a loving stepfather to Jake and Andre Mendes.
  Jim is the founder and owner of Regusci Vineyard Management (RVM), an 
enterprise he launched in 1986 at just 19 years of age. What began with 
a single truck and a relentless work ethic has grown into one of Napa 
Valley's most respected and premier vineyard management companies. In 
1996, he and his father Angelo founded Regusci Winery, which produces 
ten thousand cases annually, direct to consumers. Today, RVM farms over 
2,000 acres and employs a dedicated team of more than 175 full-time 
professionals.
  Throughout his career, Jim has overseen a vast spectrum of 
operations, including a grape vine nursery large-scale development, and 
advanced organic and regenerative practices. His work has supported 
more than 40 premier wineries in the Napa Valley, consistently 
delivering world-class fruit and cementing our region's global 
reputation for excellence.
  Jim is widely respected for his absolute integrity, tireless work 
ethic, and a deep sense of responsibility to both his people and the 
land. His philanthropic reach extends to a wide array of local 
institutions, including the Boy's and Girls Club of Calistoga and St. 
Helena, Queen of the Valley Hospital, St. Helena Hospital, the V 
Foundation, Festival Napa Valley, and Tug McGraw Foundation at the 
California Veterans home. Jim also frequently directs his support to 
local fire and police departments, area sports teams, and local 
schools.
  Jim's deep care for his community and staff was displayed during the 
COVID-19 pandemic, when he and his wife, Laura, launched a food program 
to provide fresh ranch-grown produce and protein to employee families. 
This initiative has since become a cherished year-round tradition. 
Furthermore, the Regusci family donates a community pumpkin patch led 
by Jim's children, hosting countless civic groups every fall. Beyond 
his structured giving, Jim is a true protector of his community. His 
hands-on efforts and deployment of resources during the Atlas Peak Fire 
and the 2020 wildfires played a critical role in mitigating fire spread 
and assisting neighbors in need. He is, quite simply, the neighbor 
everyone wishes they had.
  Mr. Speaker, Mr. Regusci has done incredible work for our community. 
It is with great honor and deep appreciation that we recognize his 
invaluable contributions here today.