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:

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|California District 30
Laura Friedman
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Voting Record — 536
Yes41%
No58%
Present1%
Not Voting1%
Party align98%
Cross-party1%
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Laura Friedman
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratCalifornia District 30
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Laura's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 10 sponsored · 64 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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!
Submit your application below by September 30th to be considered:
https://www.metro.net/about/youth-council/
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.
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.
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?
Roughly 34% of LA County is protected public lands, which helps ensure we’re never too far away from the great outdoors.
I’m sure a bunch of lifetime military brass enjoyed flying back on urgent notice to be lectured on “warrior ethos” by a weekend morning show host
WAPO SCOOP: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered hundreds of generals to travel on short notice from around the world to hear him make a speech on military standards and the “warrior ethos,” multiple people familiar with the event told The Washington Post.
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
That’s why I joined my colleagues in opposing these dangerous proposals.
Israeli ministers’ calls to annex the West Bank are wrong. Annexation would fuel more conflict, derail the Abraham Accords, and stand in the way of peace and bringing the hostages home.
Netanyahu is not showing interest in ending this war. We need a real path to end the conflict.
📺⬇️There's no asterisk for the First Amendment. My take on Trump's latest attempt doubling down on ABC and threatening them over daring to air views he doesn’t like.
I joined residents who have been affected by the Eaton fires at Regrow Altadena, a resource fair helping connect survivors with the help they need to rebuild.
In Congress, I’m working hard on bipartisan legislation that will help communities like Altadena rebuild faster and with less red tape.
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown today. It marks the New Year in Judaism, and is a time for both repentance and celebration. From my family to yours — Shanah Tovah! Have a good and sweet new year.
Honored to join the community in Glendale to celebrate Armenian Independence Day.
Grateful to the Nor Serount Cultural Association and the Armenian Council of America for hosting this incredibly fun festival of music, food, and tradition.
As we mark this milestone, I’m proud to always stand with our Armenian community here and across the world.
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Voting History536 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
536 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | H.R. 2659 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-11-17 | H.R. 1608 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-11-13 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Accept Senate changes | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-11-12 | H. Res. 873 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H. Res. 719 (119th) | Approve resolution | PRESENT | YES | — | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 1047 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 3015 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 3062 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 713 (119th) | Kill the motion | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H.R. 5143 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H.R. 5125 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 722 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 722 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 5140 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 4922 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 2721 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H. Res. 707 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H. Res. 707 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-15 | H.R. 3400 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-15 | H.J. Res. 117 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-11 | H.R. 3486 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-11 | H.R. 3944 (119th) | Instruct negotiators | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-09 | H. Res. 682 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-09 | H. Res. 682 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-08 | H.R. 3425 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-08 | H.R. 3424 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.