Rob Bonta
Awards & Honours
6
Awards Won
3
Honours
4
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Rob Bonta holds the historic distinction of being the first Filipino American to serve as California Attorney General, a milestone he achieved in 2021. He was also the first Filipino American elected to the California State Legislature in 2012. His legislative work earned him multiple awards from advocacy groups, including Legislator of the Year from California Attorneys for Criminal Justice. Bonta's leadership in multistate lawsuits against opioid manufacturers and social media platforms has secured billions in settlements and set national precedents. His commitment to immigrant rights and workers' protections has been recognized by labor and civil rights organizations.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
First Filipino American California Attorney General
Historic first as the first Filipino American to hold the office of California Attorney General.
First Filipino American Elected to California State Legislature
First Filipino American elected to the California State Assembly.
Key to the City of Alameda
Awarded for public service.
Rankings & Lists
Most Influential Filipino Americans
California Power Players
Top State Attorneys General to Watch
AAPI Elected Official of the Year
Magazine Covers
Filipino Star News
July 2021
Historic Appointment as Attorney General
California Lawyer
October 2022
Criminal Justice Reform Agenda
Asian Journal
April 2023
First Year in Office
Records & Feats
First Filipino American California Attorney General
Appointed in 2021, Bonta became the first Filipino American to serve as California's top law enforcement officer.
First Filipino American Elected to California State Legislature
Elected to the California State Assembly in 2012, Bonta was the first Filipino American to hold a state legislative seat in California.