58 years later, that movement is in 170+ countries with millions of athletes. Last year I got to meet with members of the Special Olympics' Southern California delegation in my D.C. office, and was inspired by the pride and joy of these dedicated athletes. (2/2)
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|California District 30
Laura Friedman
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Voting Record — 594
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 · 70 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
On this day in 1968, the first Special Olympics were held at Soldier Field in Chicago. 1,000 athletes, most of whom had spent their whole lives being told to stay home and stay hidden, finally got on a world stage. (1/2)
Our democracy doesn’t work if TV licenses are yanked and journalists are silenced for reporting the truth.
That’s why I've been leading the charge to pry this administration’s unconstitutional claws off our airwaves and press.
Here's the part I like most: none of it disappears when the Games end, and the cost doesn’t fall on local taxpayers. This is infrastructure Angelenos will use for decades.
Hosting the World Cup taught us a lot about the demands we should expect for LA28. Top of the list: transit that works when the whole world shows up.
So I got to work and secured an investment for shade at bus stops and real-time rider info. Small things that make a hot, crowded commute bearable.
For LA Tenants facing housing issues, the LA Tenant Resource Clinic is there for those facing eviction or who want info about available public benefit programs.
You can register for in-person or remote clinics with a QR code. More info below:
I strongly agree, which is why I’ve supported legislation to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act and continue to seek fair treatment for all Americans, regardless of ability. (2/2)
When I visited @eastersealssocal.bsky.social, an organization that provides disability services in my district as well as nationwide, they said it best: disability is not a dirty word. (1/2)
I talk about transit-oriented housing... a lot. But what is it exactly, and why do we need it?
Here’s your quick crash course on why it’s commonsense to build where we’ve already invested in transit:
I’m praying for the loved ones of these brave Americans, for the swift recovery of the injured, and for the safe return of the missing service member.
Terrible news out of Jordan. Two American service members were killed defending against Iranian missile and drone attacks, four were wounded, and one remains missing. May the memories of the fallen be a blessing.
This is the latest win I’ve scored for Angelenos looking to get from here to there, comfortably. (2/2)
LA has over 13,000 bus stops, and too few offer shade and shelter to keep riders out of harsh summer heatwaves.
That’ll start to change soon, because I secured an investment to provide real, comfortable shade to riders taking transit around town. (1/2)
Ask most people who's becoming homeless in LA, and most will guess wrong.
It's seniors.
We can fix this and it starts with building more affordable housing.
@535news.bsky.social
For additional updates, check City of West Hollywood and LA County Public Works on social media.
LADWP has confirmed there is no current impact to the quality of drinking water in the area.
Metro Bus routes affected (continued):
28 Line (Olympic)
30 Line (Pico)
35 Line (Washington)
134 Line (PCH)
217 Line (Fairfax)
602 Line (Sunset)
617 Line (Robertson)
The following Metro Bus routes have been delayed or detoured. Follow LA Metro and LA Metro Alerts on social media for more information on specific lines and updated.
2 Line (Sunset)
4 Line (Santa Monica)
10/48 (Melrose)
14/37 (Beverly)
16 Line (3rd Street)
20 Line (Wilshire)
ROAD CLOSURES (continued):
Eastbound Santa Monica Boulevard is closed between San Vicente Boulevard and Hancock Drive.
Larrabee Street, Palm Avenue, and Hancock Avenue are all closed northbound and southbound between Sunset Boulevard and Santa Monica Boulevard.
ROAD CLOSURES:
Eastbound Sunset Boulevard is closed between Larrabee Street and Sherbourne Drive.
Eastbound Holloway Drive is closed between Sunset Boulevard and Westmount Drive.
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Voting History594 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
594 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-21 | H.R. 5764 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-20 | H.R. 5763 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Final passage | NO | YES | ✕ | Passed |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-14 | H. Res. 992 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-14 | H. Res. 992 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 4593 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 4593 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2312 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2270 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2262 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2262 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H. Res. 988 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H. Res. 988 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 6504 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 6500 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-12 | H.R. 2683 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-09 | H.R. 5184 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 1834 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H. Res. 780 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 131 (119th) | Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 504 (119th) | Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Retaining Divisions B and C | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Retaining Division A | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 780 (119th) | Motion to Discharge | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 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 |
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.