California Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill on Thursday renaming César Chávez Day to “Farmworkers Day.” The change takes effect immediately, just days before the holiday was set to be celebrated on March 31st this month.
Calif. officials: César Chávez Day renamed to Farmworkers Day following sexual abuse revelations
Addie Davis
Mar 27, 2026 | 3:04 PM



