Lauren In The Legislature
Why I voted YES on the state budget, community office hours, and more!
The State Budget: Why I voted YES!
After a session of bad bills and long budget negotiations, I was energized to take positive action, fight alongside my Democratic colleagues for common-sense budget wins, and bring an additional $2M to my district in support of homelessness services (stay tuned). I understand the importance of providing services for the unhoused; after college, I worked for Kathleen Kennedy (RFK’s daughter) to create a Homeless Hotline in Boston, making this win extremely meaningful for me. I was proud to bring back wins for our district — take a look!
Office Hours with Rep. Brian Garcia
Join your LD8 legislators at Cartel Roasting Company to chat with us, express your concerns, and learn about local issues over coffee! What's on your mind?
RSVP (not essential) HERE!
Candidate Alert: New Tempe City Council Candidate!
Longtime community advocate and public servant Brooke St. George just announced her candidacy for City Council, hoping to be a fresh voice for Tempe. Sign her petition HERE to get her on the ballot. While you’re there, sign for me!
Be sure to have your driver's license handy!
Tempe City Council Passes Controversial Parks Ordinance
On July 1st, the Tempe City Council approved a controversial ordinance impacting the use of parks and public spaces for community gatherings, despite six hours of community opposition. Learn more HERE.
Community advocates are collecting signatures for a referendum to repeal the ordinance and stand up for our public parks! If you’d like to sign the petition, signature sheets will be at Brick Road Coffee every Sat/Sun from 9am to 5pm.
If you’d like to take action, volunteer to collect signatures at Clark Park on July 12th or 13th!
Photo Credit: Cloud Covered Streets
Community Action: ICNA Relief Food Distribution
ICNA Relief is hosting various food-distribution events around Tempe, Phoenix, and Glendale to support those in need! Take a look!
I’m Running For a Second Term!
After serving in the State Senate this past session, I’ve decided to run for another term. There’s much work to do — to protect our climate, defend our democracy, and stand up for the people of LD8 and Arizona. In the Senate, I called out Republican legislation that would harm the people of this state, and plan on continuing to FIGHT for our community. If you’d like to chip in and support my re-election, please visit the link below. Thank you for your support!
