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California designates Bruce Lee Day, first such honor for a Chinese American
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· July 3, 2026
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Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Tuesday designating May 17 as a celebration of the martial arts icon Bruce Lee, for his trailblazing work representing the Asian American community on screen.
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Key points Gavin Newsom signed a bill Tuesday designating May 17 as a celebration of the martial arts icon Bruce Lee, for his trailblazing work representing the Asian American community on screen.
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