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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12h

Another town hall in the books! Thanks to East Valley Indivisibles for hosting. It was great answering questions directly from LA families with Rep. Brad Sherman.

This is exactly what democracy looks and sounds like.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 1d

I refuse to rubber stamp this administration’s cruelty.

Take a listen to the highlights ⬆️

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 1d

I joined patients & frontline healthcare workers to condemn the Republican attempt to drain trillions of dollars from our healthcare system, throw millions of American citizens off Medicare, & raise your insurance rates to give tax breaks to millionaires.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 1d

My office is now accepting applications for military academy nominations for the class of 2030!

All required materials for your application must be submitted by Friday, October 31 for consideration. (1/2)

Military Academy Nominations

The honor of attending a service academy comes with the obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 2d

Millions of Americans will see their healthcare premiums spike 114% because Republicans are refusing to negotiate. I refuse to yield an inch to their cruel agenda.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 3d

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival and Chuseok! To all those that celebrate, may this season bring joy and harmony to you and your loved ones.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 3d

This is a lie. Tell that to my constituents who would pay $6000 more a year if I rubber-stamped your agenda.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 3d

Mike Johnson: "Let me look right into the camera and tell you very clearly: Republicans are the ones concerned about healthcare. Republicans are the party working around the clock everyday to fix healthcare. This is not talking points for us: we've done it."

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 4d

Hospitals like CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center are sounding the alarm that they could shut down or be forced to drastically reduce services to patients in need because of the Republican healthcare cuts.

What they're saying should shock you. Take a listen ⬇️

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 5d

If I voted for what Trump wanted, I’d be rubber-stamping an agenda that spikes healthcare costs and shuts down hospitals. I’m standing with patients and frontline workers to fight back and protect affordable care.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 6d

My constituent would pay $6,000 more a year for healthcare under Trump’s budget plan.

I wasn’t elected to rubber-stamp the Rep’s cruel bill — it’s my job to stop it.

Hear more from her:

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 8d

G'mar chatima tovah!

With Yom Kippur beginning at sundown today, I'm wishing all observing an easy and meaningful fast.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 8d

Instead of negotiating, Republicans refused to return to Washington.

Read my full statement on the Government shutdown here:

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 9d

Watch for an important point about the shutdown, and a very special guest appearance.

Congresswoman Sarah McBride @mcbride.house.gov · 9d

I went searching for Republicans in the Capitol. Turns out they’re not in Washington to keep the government open or protect your health care.

Republicans are no where to be found to keep the government open or protect health care!

YouTube video by Congresswoman Sarah McBride

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 9d

In a few hours, the Government will shut down.

I'm on the Capitol steps — ready to work, ready to negotiate, and ready to stop a shutdown.

Where are Republicans? Nowhere to be found.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 10d

Tariffs on films won’t work, but tax credits will. The proof is in states like California and Georgia. We need to make those programs national so we can lure films back to American soil, not scare them off.

Take a listen to my thoughts on KCAL:

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 10d

As the representative of nearly every major producer in Hollywood and a former film producer, I know what will work, without harming consumers: a national film tax credit. It’s working in California and it will work across the country.

Legislators to Trump: Consider a Federal Film and TV Tax Credit Instead

Sen. Adam Schiff and Rep. Laura Friedman, who are both attempting to pull together bipartisan bills proposing such an incentive, were quick to respond to the president on Monday.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 10d

I’m relieved President Trump recognizes that we are losing a signature American product: the domestic film & TV industry. However, his 100% tariff on foreign films will raise costs for consumers.

Legislators to Trump: Consider a Federal Film and TV Tax Credit Instead

Sen. Adam Schiff and Rep. Laura Friedman, who are both attempting to pull together bipartisan bills proposing such an incentive, were quick to respond to the president on Monday.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 10d

Experiencing delays with your Social Security benefits or need a new passport ASAP? If so, my Constituent Services team is experienced and ready to help.

They’re coming to Park La Brea this Tuesday, so stop by anytime between 11 AM – 2 PM to get the assistance you deserve.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11d

Our LGBTQ friends & neighbors have been the target of hatred & discrimination from the Trump administration. I met with my LGBTQ Advisory Committee to make it clear: I will not stand by while Trump & his administration wage war on the LGBTQ community.

You can count me in to be on the offensive.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11d

I sat down with the @ChamberofProgress “The Rebuild” podcast to talk about my new Cut Red Tape for Housing Act. This commonsense bill will speed up housing production and bring down prices.

Don’t miss it:

https://www.therebuild.pub/p/a-conversation-with-rep-laura-friedman?r=4jrwmt

A Conversation with Rep. Laura Friedman (D-CA-30)

Watch now | From NEPA to NIMBYs: Cutting Red Tape and Rethinking Housing Policy

www.therebuild.pub

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11d

September 28 is Gold Star Mothers & Family Day, a time to reflect and honor the sacrifices of the moms, dads, and family members who have lost sons and daughters, sisters and brothers, in military service. Always remember them!

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12d

Submit your application below by September 30th to be considered:

https://www.metro.net/about/youth-council/

Metro Youth Council - LA Metro

Metro is creating its first Youth Council with the goal of developing the capacity of young people to engage with and participate in Metro’s plans, projects, programs and initiatives.

www.metro.net

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12d

Know a young person who wants to make a difference in their community? Or maybe you are that young person? The LA Metro Youth Council might be the perfect fit! This 1-year civic engagement program builds-up youth leaders and helps them make a difference through transit projects & initiatives.

Metro Youth Council - LA Metro

Metro is creating its first Youth Council with the goal of developing the capacity of young people to engage with and participate in Metro’s plans, projects, programs and initiatives.

www.metro.net

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12d

Our veterans risked their lives to serve our country, and my office is on standby to help them receive the help they’ve earned.

If you’re a veteran in CA-30 having issues accessing benefits, call us at 818-524-4384. We’re here to help.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12d

I introduced legislation like the Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act with Senator Adam Schiff to ensure these public lands remain accessible and protected for the next generation to enjoy.

What’s your favorite public land or park?

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