Laura knows that small businesses form the backbone of our communities and local economies. As a small business owner herself, she has taken her understanding of the challenges and experiences of business owners with her into the legislature. Laura has worked to improve investment in our communities, ensure we have an educated workforce, and to make it easier to do business in California. As a Councilmember, she was lauded for her efforts to cut red tape, streamline entitlements, and helped make Glendale the business-friendly environment it is today.