Friedman, Laura [D-CA-30]
Democrat · CA · 9 bills sponsored
Build HUBS Act
# Build HUBS Act Summary The Build HUBS Act (HR 7062) is a bill proposed by Representative Laura Friedman that aims to support the development of community hubs and infrastructure projects. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't available in the information provided, bills with "HUBS" in the title typically focus on creating or funding centralized community spaces or economic development centers in specific regions or underserved areas. **Who It Affects:** The bill would likely impact local communities, potentially including small businesses, residents in targeted areas, and municipal governments that could benefit from infrastructure investments or community development projects. **Current Status:** As of the latest information, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is an early stage in the legislative process. For more specific details about the bill's exact provisions and funding amounts, you would need to consult the full text on Congress.gov, as the summary information provided is limited.
Safe and Affordable Transit Act
# Safe and Affordable Transit Act (HR 6298) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Safe and Affordable Transit Act aims to improve public transportation systems across the United States by addressing safety and affordability concerns. While specific details are limited in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on funding transit infrastructure, reducing fares for riders, enhancing security measures at transit stations, and supporting modernization of aging bus and rail systems. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily affect public transit riders, transit agencies, and communities that depend on buses, trains, and other public transportation. It could also impact state and local governments that operate transit systems, as well as federal funding allocations for transportation infrastructure. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee (HR 6298, 119th Congress), meaning it has been referred to a House committee for review and consideration but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. As introduced by Representative Laura Friedman (D-CA), it remains in the early stages of the legislative process. For detailed provisions, the full bill text would need to be reviewed on Congress.gov or similar legislative tracking sources.
To exempt Federal actions related to the construction of infill housing from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.
# Summary of HR 5085 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would create an exemption from the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for federal actions related to building infill housing. Infill housing refers to new residential construction on vacant or underutilized land in already-developed urban or suburban areas. Currently, NEPA requires federal agencies to conduct detailed environmental reviews before approving projects that receive federal funding or permits. This bill would waive that requirement specifically for qualifying infill housing projects. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions:** The bill would primarily affect developers building new housing in existing neighborhoods, federal agencies that oversee such projects, and communities where infill development occurs. Supporters argue the exemption would speed up housing construction and reduce costs by eliminating lengthy environmental review processes. Critics might be concerned about reduced environmental oversight and community input on local projects. **Current Status:** HR 5085 is currently in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Rep. Laura Friedman (D-CA) in the 119th Congress.
Restoring Essential Healthcare Act
# Restoring Essential Healthcare Act (HR 4796) - Summary I don't have access to the specific details of this bill's content. While I can see it's sponsored by Rep. Laura Friedman (D-CA) and is currently in committee, I would need the actual bill text to accurately describe what it would do, who it affects, and its key provisions. **To get reliable information about this bill, I'd recommend:** - **Congress.gov** - Search "HR 4796" for the full text, sponsors, and latest status - **Your representative's official website** - Often includes their position on bills they sponsor - **Reputable legislative tracking services** - Such as GovTrack or LegiScan If you can share the bill's summary or key provisions, I'd be happy to help explain them in plain language!
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 6444 San Fernando Road in Glendale, California, as the "Paul Ignatius Post Office".
# HR 4662 Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would officially rename a U.S. Postal Service facility located at 6444 San Fernando Road in Glendale, California to the "Paul Ignatius Post Office." The change would be purely ceremonial and would not affect the postal service's operations or functions at that location. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the local Glendale community and postal workers at that facility. Residents and businesses in the area would see the post office building identified under the new name. The bill honors Paul Ignatius, though the bill text itself doesn't specify details about who he was or why he's being honored. **Current Status:** HR 4662 was introduced by Representative Laura Friedman (D-CA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Bills of this type—naming federal buildings after individuals—are common in Congress and often pass with bipartisan support when they move forward.
Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act
# Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act would protect a large area of land in the Los Angeles region from development by establishing it as a conservation corridor. The bill aims to preserve open space, wildlife habitat, and recreational areas in the hills and ridges surrounding the San Fernando Valley in California. If passed, it would coordinate land conservation efforts across public and private properties in this region and help maintain connected habitat for wildlife while providing outdoor recreation opportunities for residents. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects landowners, local governments, and residents in the Los Angeles area, particularly around the San Fernando Valley. It would likely influence land-use decisions for the affected corridor and could involve funding or incentives for conservation easements (agreements that limit development on private land). The legislation also focuses on preserving trails and parks in the region for public use. **Current Status** As of now, HR 3874 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Laura Friedman (D-CA) and has not advanced further in the legislative process.
Wildfire Homeowner Relief Act
# Wildfire Homeowner Relief Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Wildfire Homeowner Relief Act (HR 2428) would provide financial assistance to homeowners whose properties have been damaged or destroyed by wildfires. The bill aims to help residents in wildfire-affected areas rebuild and recover from fire-related losses. **Who It Affects:** This legislation primarily targets homeowners in states experiencing significant wildfire damage, particularly in Western states like California where wildfires are increasingly common. The bill could also affect insurance companies, federal disaster relief programs, and local governments dealing with wildfire recovery efforts. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee review, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Laura Friedman (D-California) in the 119th Congress. The specific relief provisions and funding mechanisms are currently being evaluated by the relevant congressional committee. *Note: Detailed provisions of the bill were not available in the information provided, so specific relief amounts or eligibility requirements cannot be detailed here.*
Stop Disaster Price Gouging Act
# Stop Disaster Price Gouging Act Summary **What It Would Do** This bill aims to prevent businesses from dramatically raising prices on essential goods and services during and immediately after disasters or emergencies. If passed, it would establish federal penalties for price gouging—the practice of charging excessive markups on items like food, water, fuel, and emergency supplies when people are in crisis situations and have limited alternatives. The legislation would apply during declared emergencies and for a set period afterward. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily targets businesses and retailers that sell essential goods and services. It's designed to protect consumers during disasters who need to quickly purchase emergency supplies, often when supply chains are disrupted and competition is limited. Many states already have their own price gouging laws, so this bill would establish a federal standard. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced further through Congress. This means it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House or Senate. The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Laura Friedman (D-CA).
Don’t Penalize Victims Act
# Don't Penalize Victims Act Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would change how federal disaster assistance works when victims receive money from multiple sources. Currently, if someone receives federal disaster aid, they cannot also accept help from other sources (like charities or lawsuit settlements) for the same purpose—federal agencies reduce the aid amount to prevent "double dipping." The Don't Penalize Victims Act would eliminate this restriction for non-federal sources, allowing disaster victims to keep both federal assistance and charitable donations, legal settlements, or other private aid without penalties. **Who it affects and key provisions:** The bill primarily affects disaster victims and the federal agencies (like FEMA) that distribute disaster assistance. It would still prohibit combining federal disaster funds with other federal programs or insurance payouts, but would allow people to receive federal aid alongside private charitable contributions, community fundraisers, legal judgments, and similar sources. The change aims to help disaster survivors by letting them access all available resources without losing federal support. **Current status:** HR 2254 is currently in committee and has not been passed into law.