I sat down with the Beverly Press to talk about the fights we won and goals we’ve achieved in 2025. We have a lot of work to do in 2026, and I’ve already rolled up my sleeves.
Take a moment to read through my interview here, and let me know what you think about my priorities:
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|California District 30
Laura Friedman
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Voting Record — 614
Yes43%
No56%
Present1%
Not Voting1%
Party align98%
Cross-party1%
Laura Friedman
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratCalifornia District 30
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Laura's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 11 sponsored · 71 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
I stand with the people of Iran who are risking everything to demand freedom and democracy. No regime can silence a movement driven by the will of its own people. America is watching and we support you.
Everyone should be treated humanely and afforded the proper legal process. That’s what our laws and values demand. I’ll keep fighting for my constituents and for our Los Angeles community.
Visited the LA Federal Detention Center this morning, as ICE operations intensify across our city and the nation.
One of my constituents is seeking asylum, after entering through a port of entry and attending all check-in appointments.
Here in California, we’ll gladly partner with the federal government to fight fraud and corruption. But instead of offering to work with CA, this administration seems determined to hurt California’s children. (2/2)
The Trump administration is freezing the critical funding which makes childcare more affordable. This action punishes hardworking families that depend on these programs to keep their children safe while they’re at work. (1/2)
After months of people saying it couldn’t be done, we forced a vote and the House just passed our bill to extend ACA tax credits.
This is what happens when you hold the line and fight like hell for hardworking families.
See my full statement here:
I will keep doing everything I can to get this bill passed in the next few days and restore the ACA subsidies that have been helping so many of my constituents access medical care. (2/2)
Democrats just successfully forced a vote to bring ACA tax credit expansion to the House floor. Enough Republicans agreed with Democrats that it’s unconscionable to rip away the credits that help so many Americans afford medical insurance. (1/2)
I want to especially thank @chu.house.gov, @georgewhitesides.bsky.social , and Rep. Brad Sherman for getting all of us together. Their districts were among the hardest hit during the fires, and they have led on our path toward a full recovery. (4/4)
Americans are counting on Congress to work together when disasters strike — not play petty partisan games. (3/4)
Disaster aid should be nonpartisan, but House Republicans have repeatedly turned their backs on Americans who are asking for help — including by rejecting an amendment I made that would fully fund wildfire relief. (2/4)
Honored to stand with my fellow California Democratic colleagues to commemorate a year since the devastating LA wildfires, and to reiterate our demands for disaster aid. (1/4)
This bill is already on the fast track to becoming law and it’s been included in a bipartisan FEMA reform package. Speaker Johnson must bring this package to the floor now and ensure our families in need get the federal support they deserve. (3/3)
I introduced the bipartisan Don’t Penalize Victims Act to make sure private donations never count against federal disaster relief. (2/3)
One year ago today, our community was devastated by wildfires. In the aftermath, survivors turned to friends, neighbors, & even GoFundMe for help. But some lost their FEMA aid because of it. (1/3)
As always, please know that my office is here to help you with any federal agency you may be having issues with. You will never have to advocate for yourself alone.
I’ll also keep fighting for an honest and public accounting of what happened — before, during, and after the fire.
That means full analysis on the response, prevention efforts, and coordination breakdowns to make sure this never happens again.
I’ll continue fighting to make sure the Trump Admin and federal government steps up and delivers the wildfire relief our community deserves.
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Voting History614 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
614 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 977 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 977 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-06 | — | Call of the House | PRESENT | — | — | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 498 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 498 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 845 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 845 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 1366 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 1366 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 3492 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 3492 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 6703 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 6703 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 3616 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H. Con. Res. 64 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H. Con. Res. 61 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H. Res. 953 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H. Res. 953 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 3632 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 3632 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 4371 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 4371 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-16 | H. Res. 951 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-16 | H. Res. 951 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-16 | H.R. 3187 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-15 | S. 284 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-12 | H.R. 3668 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-12 | H.R. 3668 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 2550 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-11 | H. Res. 432 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 3898 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 3898 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 3383 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 3383 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 3383 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 3383 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 3638 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-12-11 | H.R. 3628 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-11 | H. Res. 939 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-10 | H. Res. 432 (119th) | Motion to Discharge | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-10 | S. 1071 (119th) | Final passage | NO | YES | ✕ | Passed |
| 2025-12-10 | S. 1071 (119th) | Motion to Commit | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-10 | H. Res. 936 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-10 | H. Res. 936 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-10 | H.R. 1676 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
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.