Legislative Updates

From the Office of U.S. Congressman Sandy Levin
Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Extend the Payroll Tax Cut for Workers

With time running out, Rep. Levin and other Democrats in Congress are working to extend and expand the payroll tax cut for another year. The payroll tax cut went into effect a year ago and has provided $110 billion of tax relief to 159 million American workers. President Obama has called on Congress to extend the payroll tax holiday for another year and also to increase the size of the tax cut.

By State Representative Ellen Cogen Lipton
Tuesday, November 22, 2011

The holidays are drawing near and soon the Legislature will be breaking until after the New Year. I hope this email update finds you and your families well and that you all enjoy a safe and happy holiday season.

By State Representative Ellen Cogen Lipton, 27th House District
Thursday, September 8, 2011

With summer drawing to a close I hope this update finds you well. The Legislature reconvened on Wednesday, Sept. 7 and will continue its regular voting schedule. My return to Lansing is a welcomed one as I am able to proudly represent those of you in the 27th District.

I’d like to take this opportunity to provide you with a legislative update as well as provide you with information regarding services and programs in the community that you may find beneficial.

By State Representative Ellen Cogen Lipton
Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Earlier today, Governor Snyder signed into law House Bill 4325, the School Aid Fund Budget. I’d like to share some thoughts as the budget process for this year closes. Most importantly, I want to express my heartfelt thanks to you and every single person who helped to fight against this budget.

I would also like to answer some of the commonly asked questions about the final budget “deal” and offer my thoughts on the question I hear nearly every day: What happens now?

From the Michigan Senate Democratic Caucus
Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Lansing – Senate Democrats today blasted Republicans for playing politics with Michigan’s public education by again voting to slash funding for K-12 schools while forcing districts to play by Republican rules if they want access to additional money to help offset cuts.

By State Rep. Ellen Cogen Lipton
Friday, March 25, 2011

As your State Representative, I am committed to supporting legislation that will help businesses create jobs and new industries thrive in Michigan in order to help put our residents back to work. I believe that if we all work together, put partisan differences aside and build on our strengths, we can keep Michigan on the road to recovery.

I hope you find this e-newsletter informative. If I can be of any assistance to you or your family, please feel free to contact my office toll-free at (888) 347-8027 or e-mail me at ellenlipton@house.mi.gov.

By State Representative Ellen Cogen Lipton
Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Last week, Gov. Rick Snyder met with both chambers of the Michigan Legislature to announce massive cuts to our cities, schools and our most vulnerable citizens. I am against this budget proposal — which would give more than $1 billion in tax credits to the business community while unfairly cutting benefits to our seniors — because it unfairly imposes the burden on those that need our help the most: children, seniors and the working poor.

By Michigan Rep. Ellen Cogen Lipton
Tuesday, December 21, 2010

I'm writing to wish you and your family a happy New Year. While it was a tough year in Michigan, I'm excited for the opportunities that the new year will bring. It has truly been an honor to serve you at the Capitol, and I look forward to again representing our community in the new legislative session.