Op-Ed: on 2022 Environmental-Transportation Legislation
As a state, we’ve been a global leader in setting ambitious goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and toxic smog. The roadmap we set for the transportation sector, the largest contributor to California’s greenhouse gas emissions, will be critical in determining whether or not we’ll meet those benchmarks.
Statement by Assemblymember Laura Friedman Regarding Continued Recognition of the Armenian Genocide
The Armenian-American community has a long history in the State of California, with a presence going back to the 1880s. The Armenian people have survived millennia-long brutalities and generations upon generations of trauma. The stories of the families, of women and children, tell of the resiliency and incredible will to rise and thrive despite the efforts to oppress an entire nation.
Advancing Transportation in the San Fernando Valley Virtual Town Hall
Assemblymember Laura Friedman hosts an important discussion with leaders from City Council, Metro, and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation. Topics include what's in the works with Metro and BRT, where we are with the historic LARiverWay project, adapting to climate change, and more.
Assemblymember Friedman Names Human Rights Advocate Gloria Salas “2022 Woman of the Year”
Burbank—Today, on the steps of Burbank City Hall, Assemblymember Laura Friedman (D-Glendale) recognized Gloria Salas as the “2022 Woman of the Year” for the 43rd Assembly District in honor of her exceptional social justice work.
Op-Ed: Eliminating Cost-Barriers to Breast Cancer Screening Will Save Lives
In California alone, 31,720 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. In 2022, 4,690 women will die from the disease. As a breast cancer survivor, I know firsthand that early access to diagnosis and treatment can save lives. That is why I have joined forces with Susan G. Komen and introduced AB 2024, state legislation to eliminate the co-pays, deductibles and other cost-sharing a woman would have to pay to get necessary breast cancer screening and diagnostic tests.