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Rep. Laura Friedman

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Member of Congress representing California's 30th District. Pool shark. Pro: bikes, trains, housing, single payer healthcare & induction stoves!

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 2h
Who says bipartisanship is dead? For more than a year, I've worked with Rep. Brian Jack, a Georgia Republican whose district is home to Trilith Studios, to stop film and TV crews in Georgia and California from losing work to productions overseas. (1/2)
spectrumlocalnews.com
Lawmakers introduce bill to create federal film tax credit
A bipartisan group of lawmakers are proposing a 20% federal film tax credit
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 29/09/2026
65 countries offer incentives to lure film and TV productions away from the U.S. America has no national film tax credit. I'm co-leading a bipartisan bill to create one, because every country outbidding us for American work needs to know: we're done losing.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 28/09/2026
@schiff.senate.gov and I have been working for years to stop film and TV production from leaving the United States. Last week, we introduced a national film tax credit in both chambers: Sen. Schiff and Sen. Tim Scott in the Senate, & a bipartisan group of us in the House. lamag.com/film/new-leg...
lamag.com
Federal Bill Would Give Hollywood Productions 20% Tax Credit
A bipartisan bill would create a 20% federal tax credit on U.S. labor costs for qualifying film and TV productions.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 27/09/2026
🎥 📺 Dozens of countries offer tax credits that steal our film and TV jobs. And until now, Washington hasn't fought back. The bipartisan bill I'm co-leading, the Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act, changes that. Here's how it works:
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 27/09/2026
September 27 is Gold Star Mothers & Family Day: a time to reflect and honor the sacrifices of the moms, dads, and family members who have lost their sons and daughters in military service. May their memories be a blessing.
Purple graphic with a gold star and text 'Honoring Gold Star Mothers & Families'.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 26/09/2026
Bring this up at trivia night: Roughly 34% of LA County is protected public land, which helps ensure we’re never too far away from the great outdoors. The challenge that falls on us now is to safeguard these lands. (1/2)
Family looking at a scenic view in Los Angeles, postcard style.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 26/09/2026
Chag Sameach and happy Sukkot to all celebrating!
Illustration of a decorated Sukkah with greenery and 'Happy Sukkot' text.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 25/09/2026
A very happy Mid-Autumn Festival and Chuseok to all! May this new season bring joy and harmony to you and your loved ones.
Illustration with mooncakes, a teapot, and festive decorations saying 'Happy Chuseok & Mid-Autumn Festival!'
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The Ankler @theankler.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Rep. Laura Friedman makes the case for keeping film and TV production in the U.S. as Elaine Low learns a federal production tax credit could be introduced in the House Thursday: mrf.lu/2SMsz
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 24/09/2026
I spent my career in film production before Congress. I've watched this work, good paying union jobs, get bid away by countries offering incentives we don't match. Today I'm proud to introduce a bipartisan, bicameral national film tax credit to bring those jobs home www.politico.com/news/2026/09...
politico.com
Lawmakers to unveil Hollywood tax incentive proposal
The stakes are high for the entertainment industry, which has been battered by years of work shifting to countries with lucrative tax credits.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 21/09/2026
G’mar chatima tovah! As the sun begins to set and Yom Kippur nears, I’m wishing all observing an easy and meaningful fast.
Yom Kippur greeting card with a shofar and floral designs.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 20/09/2026
I got the chance to visit Grindr’s headquarters in my district to talk to leadership and staff about my work in Congress, especially when it comes to protecting my LGBTQ constituents. I’m always going to stand up to protect my LGBTQ constituents from hatred and discrimination.
People in a conference room looking at a screen displaying 'Representative Laura Friedman'.People sitting in an office setting, watching two speakers near large monitors.Group of people in an office, two holding dogs, looking at the camera.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 19/09/2026
Students, today is National App Challenge Day, which means applications for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge are open! I host the Congressional App Challenge every year because our students are the future of innovation.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 18/09/2026
Republicans control the House, the Senate, and the Presidency, and they’re using all that power to do... nothing. Meanwhile, House Democrats are ready to pass bills that will build more housing and lower prices. When will our Republican colleagues do their jobs and get to work?
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The Ankler @theankler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
“He’s someone who has Trump’s ear, cares a lot about the industry.” Rep. Laura Friedman tells Elaine Low how Jon Voight became a bridge between Hollywood and the White House in the effort to keep American film production in America mrf.lu/2zJP4
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 17/09/2026
Today, we celebrate the signing of the U.S. Constitution 239 years ago and the rights granted to all American citizens under our Constitution. Those rights and the values they represent have made America a guiding light to the world, and I will fight to defend them every day.
Statue of Liberty with an American flag and text reading 'Happy Constitution & Citizenship Day.'
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 16/09/2026
Today I'm co-founding the bipartisan Congressional American Film Production Caucus with Rep. Brian Jack, Rep. Nate Moran, @replindasanchez.bsky.social, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, and Rep. Tom Suozzi. No single state can outbid a foreign government.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 15/09/2026
Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off today: a time to honor the countless contributions that Hispanic culture has had on the very fabric of our nation. Los Angeles is all the more special because of the Hispanic Americans who call our community home.
Text 'Happy Hispanic Heritage Month' with flowers and a large orange rose.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 14/09/2026
The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games are a huge commitment for Los Angeles, one that we took on with the promise of Federal support. We need to be ready, and we need a federal government that is a partner, not a hurdle. (1/2)
dailynews.com
Transit agencies’ plans for LA 2028 Olympics coming up $2 billion short (so far)
How do LA Metro, Metrolink and other agencies pull off a transit-first 2028 Olympics in car-centric L.A.?
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 13/09/2026
What I saw at Para Los Niños Early Head Start center in Hollywood reaffirmed my commitment to protect the program. I saw children who play and grow in a safe environment. I saw parents able to go to work to support their families knowing their little ones are in good hands. (1/2)
beverlypress.com
Friedman tours Head Start facility for toddlers and infants - Beverly Press & Park Labrea News
U.S. Rep. Laura Friedman (D-Burbank) recently joined local parents, teachers and Head Start administrators on Aug. 12 at...
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 13/09/2026
I grilled Sec. Wright earlier this year about this leaky pipeline. The Trump administration doesn’t care if they spill oil all over California’s beautiful beaches, so I’ll keep fighting against their America Last environmental policies. www.latimes.com/environment/...
latimes.com
Judge allows controversial oil company to continue pumping, strips California of oversight
The ruling was a blow to California, as the federal judge upheld Trump administration orders that helped restart the operation off Santa Barbara's coast.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12/09/2026
It’s Suicide Prevention Month and an important time to remember that even a small act of kindness or simple check-in can make all the difference in someone’s life. If you or a loved one needs help, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours in both English and Spanish. Just call 988.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12/09/2026
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown today. Its beginning marks a New Year in Judaism and a time for both reflection and celebration. From my family to yours — Shanah Tovah! Have a good and very sweet new year.
Rosh Hashanah card with honey, pomegranate, apple, bees, and Shana Tovah text.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11/09/2026
In less than 700 days, the Olympic & Paralympic games start. Will Los Angeles be ready? That’s what I asked LA Metro, LADOT, & local transit agencies at a panel I led. Their answer? Yes, but only if the federal government steps up to the plate & delivers on their promises. ICYMI in the LA Times:
latimes.com
L.A.-area lawmakers urge Trump to fund transit fixes for 2028 Summer Olympics
Officials called on the federal government to expedite $2 billion needed to make L.A. traffic-ready for the 2028 Games.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11/09/2026
Today, we remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and the bravery of the first responders who heeded the call for help. We must never forget them and all of the families who suffered from this attack in the months and years that followed.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11/09/2026
Los Angeles wildfire victims have now had the longest wait for federal aid after a major disaster — ever. That’s a record this administration should be deeply ashamed of. I spoke with fire victims & Dept. of Angels, a community-led organization founded after last year’s fires to support victims.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 10/09/2026
🚨What could a national film tax credit look like, who am I working with to get it done, and how did we get Trump on our side? Spoke with KNX radio about all this and more.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 09/09/2026
I just sat down with my Immigration Advisory Committee, one of the many groups of stakeholders & experts I meet with regularly to help inform my work in Congress. (1/8)
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 09/09/2026
Booked and busy in the district, but what’s new?
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 08/09/2026
This is not the first time this President has used the FCC to threaten free speech. He’s done it to Disney/ABC by forcing them to renew their broadcasting licenses early after airing material he didn’t like. (1/2)
thehill.com
Trump promises NBC’s Welker will be reported to FCC ‘for rebuke or punishment’
President Trump said Sunday that NBC News’s “Meet the Press” host Kristen Welker will be reported to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) after she reportedly said that Tru…
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 08/09/2026
This September, we are raising awareness for multiple types of cancers, including prostate, childhood, blood, sickle cell, and ovarian cancer. The Trump Administration has shown that they aren’t beneath cutting research that finds cures that countless Americans need to survive. (1/2)
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 07/09/2026
I’m standing alongside California’s unions, and those they represent, this Labor Day, and every single day. Unions fight for fairness, safety and security for working people. I’ll always have their back.
Collage with Congresswoman Laura Friedman and groups celebrating Labor Day.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 07/09/2026
Head Start has a 60-year track record of supporting hardworking families and children. It’s a program that works, and like all working things, Trump wants to break it. I say no way. I’m joining the fight against these cuts with fellow @housedemocrats.bsky.social and @demwomencaucus.bsky.social.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 06/09/2026
Right now, a family in America is wondering whether they have enough to make rent at the end of the month. And what’s this President doing? Showing off another stupid vanity project. House Democrats have plans to actually make things more affordable. (1/2)
cnn.com
Helipad, cocktails, ballroom: Trump showcases White House vision | CNN
President Donald Trump revealed a new White House construction project in an impromptu tour for reporters. CNN’s Betsy Klein shares new details.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 06/09/2026
People like my former constituent, Paul Ignatius, a son of Glendale and the first Armenian American Secretary of the Navy, have earned the right to have our ships named after them. A draft-dodging President has not. (1/2)
cnn.com
Exclusive: Navy weighs renaming carrier slated to honor Black war hero, potentially switching it to Trump | CNN Politics
The US Navy is working to rename an aircraft carrier under construction that was set to honor a Black sailor hailed for his heroic actions during the attack on Pearl Harbor, three sources familiar with internal discussions told CNN.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 05/09/2026
Trump and House Republicans haven’t just driven up the cost of groceries, gas, & other necessities. They’ve also saddled our children with trillions in debt. They don’t care about blowing up the federal budget. But I’m working in Congress every day to make sure our kids don’t have to foot the bill.
abc7.com
US national debt now stands at $40 trillion
The national debt has surpassed a record $40 trillion, highlighting the impact of defense costs, social programs, and interest on the deficit.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 05/09/2026
Couldn't get a deal. Couldn't lower prices. Couldn't get through one week without a tantrum. Lake America. Sure. www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-admi…
nbcnews.com
Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’
The move comes as Trump and Canada have become embroiled in a trade war.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 04/09/2026
There’s a boxcar on the new grounds at Holocaust Museum LA, one of the cars that carried Jewish people to the Majdanek death camp. You can walk right up to it and think about the people who were forced inside, who had no idea where they were going and no way to get out.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 04/09/2026
When Trump cuts corners on childcare, Americans don’t save money — their children get hurt in the long run. I visited a local Early Head Start facility in my community to highlight just how important this program is for children and hardworking families, and how much is at stake. (1/2)
spectrumnews1.com
Head Start program faces major changes under proposed federal overhaul
The program provides free education and nutrition services to low-income families across the country.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 03/09/2026
Trump wants to destroy a successful childcare program that’s taken care of millions of American children. Democrats are protecting our children and parents, making sure they have a better chance of achieving the American Dream.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 03/09/2026
Under Trump, corporations get to skirt the rules, and Americans pay the price. In Congress, I’m working to hold polluters to the rule of law, because the air we breathe is worth it. www.propublica.org/article/clean-ai…
propublica.org
Trump Exempted Some of the Nation’s Biggest Polluters From Air Quality Rules. All It Took Was an Email.
In an unprecedented move, the administration has granted industrial facilities in 38 states and Puerto Rico a two-year reprieve from federal rules under the Clean Air Act. The president is considering exempting even more.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 03/09/2026
This report confirms what workers in my district have known for years: repeated consolidation hurts workers. That's why I led a letter with my CA Congressional colleagues to urge a thorough review of this merger. (1/2)
variety.com
Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Will Cost 4,500 L.A. Production Jobs, Report Finds
A report commissioned by L.A. County finds that the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger will cost 4,500 production jobs over three years.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 02/09/2026
Clinics and hospitals shutting down and millions of Californians kicked off their healthcare. That's the legacy of Trump and Republicans’ Big, Bad Bill. (1/2)
outlooknewspapers.com
Friedman, Health Care Advocates Rally in Burbank
Rep. Laura Friedman joined Protect Our Care, local physicians and health care advocates at McCambridge Park on Aug. 11 to discuss rising health care costs in California, as part of
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 02/09/2026
We need to make sure that AI doesn’t come at the cost of American jobs. And it’s Congress’ responsibility to insure that powerful tech is safe and a net positive. Take a listen to my full thoughts here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6o1lwPV3DSw
youtube.com
'This Is Something That We Need To Get Ahead Of': Laura Friedman Demands AI Deepfake Safeguards
During a House Science Committee hearing before the Congressional recess, Rep. Laura Friedman (D-CA) spoke about the threat of AI deepfakes and impersonation...
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 02/09/2026
Taking the bus shouldn’t make you feel like Odysseus trying to get home to Ithaca, especially during dangerous heat-waves. So I locked down a federal investment so you can travel safer and more comfortably.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 01/09/2026
You can’t replicate Silver Lake, Griffith Observatory, or any of LA’s other iconic locations. And there’s nowhere else in the world where you’ll find so many industry-supporting businesses or more talented crews. That’s why LA-filmed shows win BIG during award season. (1/2)
latimes.com
These Emmy nominees shine a spotlight on the importance of L.A. crews
The Envelope spoke to the teams behind three L.A.-based shows about why filming locally matters.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 01/09/2026
I agree that our tax incentive legislation needs to pass - and to pass quickly. We have been working on this legislation with a large group of stakeholders for the past year and a half, and it’s great to see our bipartisan efforts starting to pay off.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 31/08/2026
When Trump isn’t removing food safety standards and making food more dangerous, he’s busy making it more expensive. This school year, that means more money spent on lunches, and less money saved up for college. (1/2)
Illustration of a lunchbox with text about Trump tariffs.Illustrations of blueberries, cookie, apple juice, and bread with price increase percentages.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 31/08/2026
Americans overwhelmingly disagree with Trump’s policies that have made life more expensive. Because he thinks you won’t for his candidates, he’s trying to make it harder for you to vote, even though Trump himself votes by mail. Democrats are united in defending our democracy from this sore loser.
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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 31/08/2026
Hollywood has it all – the backdrops, talent, and soundstages. Keeping film and TV here is crucial for Los Angeles. (1/2)
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