Laura Friedman
Democrat · CA-30 · U.S. House
Bio
Laura Syril Friedman is an American politician and former film producer who is the member for California's 30th congressional district. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously represented California's 44th State Assembly district from 2016 to 2024.
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Issue profile
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Congressman sounds alarm over GOP push to shield private jet owners from taxesRep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) tore into Republicans this week over a measure that would help private jet owners dodge taxes, drawing a pointed contrast with the everyday costs squeezing American households."Gas prices are soaring. Grocery prices are skyrocketing. Util…
Raw Story · June 14, 2026
'MAGA's Weird Obsession' Continues as House Passes Bill Forcing Schools to 'Out' Trans KidsThe Republican-controlled US House of Representatives on Wednesday passed legislation that critics warn would force public schools receiving federal funding to "out" transgender students to their parents without or without their consent, a policy that advocat…
Common Dreams · May 21, 2026
California Attorney General Urged by Dems to ‘Closely Scrutinize’ Paramount-W.B. MergerMost of California’s Democratic congressional delegation sent a letter to Attorney General Rob Bonta on Thursday urging him to “closely scrutinize” the pending merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. The letter, authored by Rep. Laura Friedman and co-signed by 3…
Variety · May 7, 2026
Batman-like technology needed to stop deadly high-speed car chases in California: congresswomanCalifornia Congresswoman Laura Friedman announced the Next Gen Road Safety Act, which would unlocking federal investment for better technology to deescalate car chases.
New York Post · April 11, 2026
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