a43.asmdc.orgOfficial Website - Assemblymember Laura Friedman Representing the 43rd California Assembly District

Skip to main content Google Tag Manager Toggle navigation About Biography Committees Assembly Committees Subcommittee on Sexual Harassment Legislation 2019 Legislation 2018 Legislation 2017 Legislation District District Map Upcoming Events Past Events Staff News Room Press Releases News Articles Video Gallery Photo Album Resources District Office Services Student Resources Covered California State Earned Income Tax Credit Internship Application Mental Health Resources SB 1 Projects Welcome Welcome to my legislative website. It is an honor to have this opportunity to serve my community. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any comments, questions or concerns that you may have with the district—or with your state government. 43rd Assembly District Photography Competition My office has begun taking submission for our second 43rd Assembly District Photography Competition. Home LATEST NEWS Video Friedman, Women's Caucus Honor Korean-American Day Friday, January 17, 2020 Embedded video for Friedman, Women's Caucus Honor Korean-American Day Press Releases Friedman’s Gun Safety Legislation Passes Education Committee with Unanimous Support Thursday, January 16, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 16, 2020 Contact: Blake Dellinger Blake.Dellinger@asm.ca.gov (818) 558-3043 News Op-Ed: Mental Health Thursday, December 19, 2019 Update from the State Capitol by Laura Friedman December 19, 2019 For many of us, this holiday season will be filled with fun and quality time with our friends, family and neighbors. Against the backdrop of festive decorations and fattening food, many of us will have a break from the hustle and bustle of the year to enjoy and reflect on the parts of life that matter most. However, not all of us will be so fortunate. Read more News Op-Ed: Tackling the Issue of Homelessness Thursday, November 21, 2019 Tackling the Issue of Homelessness by Laura Friedman November 21, 2019 Homelessness. It is one of our state’s greatest challenges. Every night, over 130,000 Californians sleep on our streets. Homelessness has become a full-on crisis, one that has rightfully been the focus of policy discussions throughout the state. In response, we’ve put unprecedented resources and energy towards finding real and lasting solutions. Despite this, I know my constituents feel our efforts are not enough. Read more News Op-Ed: Being Smarter About High-Speed Rail Thursday, November 7, 2019 Being Smarter About High-Speed Rail By TOM DALY and LAURA FRIEDMAN November 7, 2019 There are few phrases in California politics that invoke as much passion as the words “high-speed rail.” The ambitious transportation infrastructure project seeking to move passengers from Los Angeles to San Francisco in two hours and 40 minutes, and ultimately connect San Diego to Sacramento, has become a centerpiece of public debate. Read more Photo 43rd Assembly District Photography Competition 2019 Winners & Selections Thursday, October 31, 2019 News OP-ED: Report Back From Sacramento Thursday, October 17, 2019 Legislative Update By Laura Friedman October 17, 2019 Sunday evening, with the stroke of his pen, Governor Gavin Newsom put the final close on the 2019 Legislative Session by either signing or vetoing the remaining bills that sat on his desk. With the deadline now behind us, I would like to take a moment to fill you in on some of the highlights from this year. Read more News Streetsblog Cal: Governor Signs Friedman’s Bill Requiring Caltrans to Plan for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Legislative Update: New Laws on Transportation Policy, Funding, Planning By Melanie Curry October 15, 2019 Among the hundreds of new laws signed by Governor Gavin Newsom in the weeks leading up to Sunday’s deadline were a few related to transportation. Below we highlight the relevant ones. Read more News Spectrum News In Focus: Friedman Speaks Out Against Conversion Therapy Monday, October 14, 2019 Conversion Therapy Survivor Fights to Stop the Practice By Spectrum News In Focus Staff October 14, 2019 Sam Brinton talks about the pain and shame of going through conversion therapy and how it led to advocating for LGBTQ issues. Read more News CNN International: California Becomes First In Nation to Ban Fur Sunday, October 13, 2019 California becomes the first state to ban fur products By Harmeet Kaur October 13, 2019 (CNN) California has become the first US state to ban the sale of animal fur products. Read more Load more CONTACT LAURA SIGNUP FOR UPDATES SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK Like us on Facebook Upcoming Events Resources Contact Capitol Office: State Capitol P.O. Box 942849 Sacramento, CA 94249-0043 Tel: (916) 319-2043 Fax: (916) 319-2143 District Office: 300 East Magnolia Boulevard Suite 504 Burbank, CA 91502 Tel: (818) 558-3043 Fax: (818) 558-3042 Privacy and Conditions of Use | Accessibility | General Disclaimer | © 2020 California State Assembly Democratic Caucus...