Two of her uncles served in the all Japanese American 442nd Infantry Regiment of the United States Army during World War II and were awarded Purple Hearts.

[4][5] Orrall faced Middleborough Democrat Roger Brunelle in the special general election, and defeated him with 54% of the vote.

She consistently called for more compensation to surrounding communities to mitigate the impact of the casino, especially on those towns she represented.

[7] Orrall also played a role in the issues surrounding the water levels in Lakeville's Assawompset Pond Complex.

[9] Orrall defeated Democrat Roger Brunelle in a special election held in September 2011 for the Massachusetts General Court 12th Bristol District seat.