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L.A. County supervisors move to consider creating gender equity office
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Connor Sheets , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· August 11, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details on this development can be found through the Los Angeles Times, which reported on the board's decision to consider creating this office.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has taken a step towards potentially creating a new office. A motion was approved that directs county agencies to assess the feasibility of launching a specific type of office. This office would focus on gender equity, and the motion was put forward by Supervisor Lindsey Horvath.
Further details on this development can be found through the Los Angeles Times, which reported on the board's decision to consider creating this office.
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Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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