| 12/1/2011 |
Legislation banning automated sales suspension devices passed the Senate Thursday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 10/5/2011 |
More than 700 local seniors enjoy free fourth annual event
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| 9/22/2011 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge and his Senate Republican colleagues unveiled their agenda for the fall legislative session Wednesday with the focus on spurring job growth, strengthening education, protecting the rights of residents, and continuing government reforms.
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| 8/31/2011 |
Sen. Pappageorge urges eligible residents to apply for home heating assistance
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| 6/30/2011 |
The Michigan Senate unanimously approved a measure Thursday making it easier for taxpayers to donate to the Michigan Alzheimers Association, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 6/10/2011 |
Community News Bulletin
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| 5/26/2011 |
Michigans fallen military heroes who defended freedom and sacrificed their lives in the war on terror were honored Thursday during the Michigan Senates 17th Annual Memorial Day Service, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy. Pappageorge, a retired colonel and airborne ranger in the United States Army, presided over the ceremony that acknowledged the 18 soldiers and sailors from Michigan who were killed in action during the past 12 months.
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| 5/20/2011 |
The Michigan Senate will hold its 17th Annual Memorial Day Service in the Senate chamber Thursday, May 26, said state Sen. John Pappageorge, who will preside over the service.
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| 3/16/2011 |
Senate Republicans introduced several measures Wednesday to cut the red tape binding Michigan job providers and help put people back to work.
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| 2/17/2011 |
Senate adopts Pappageorge resolution
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| 2/1/2011 |
Residents of the 13th Senate District looking for a free tax preparation reference can obtain a copy of the latest Michigan Taxpayers Guide through Sen. John Pappageorges website.
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| 1/20/2011 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that January office hours will be held in three locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, Jan. 29.
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| 1/12/2011 |
Lawmaker begins second term
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| 10/15/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that October office hours will be held in three locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, Oct. 30.
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| 10/14/2010 |
More than 800 local seniors enjoy third annual event
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| 9/30/2010 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of September 30, 2010
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| 9/29/2010 |
Sen. John Pappageorge fought to help ensure that the distribution of $316 million in federal funds to schools throughout Michigan is equitable and fair.
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| 9/24/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will host the third annual Southeast Oakland County Senior Salute on Monday, Oct. 4 at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.
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| 9/23/2010 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of September 23, 2010
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| 9/21/2010 |
Legislation designed to help protect state taxpayer dollars by preventing cash assistance recipients from withdrawing funds from ATMs located in casinos was approved Tuesday by the Michigan Senate, said Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 9/16/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge has been honored by the National Federation of Independent Business for his record of small business support.
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| 9/16/2010 |
I believe that during trying times public servants should be at the front of the line willing to sacrifice. Thats why I decided to give back 10 percent of my legislative salary to create a new scholarship fund for students at the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine.
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| 9/14/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that September office hours will be held in three locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, Sept. 25.
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| 9/13/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced Monday he is donating 10 percent of his legislative salary to a new scholarship fund for students at the new Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. The scholarship was created after the senator approached leaders at both institutions with the idea.
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| 8/18/2010 |
easures to cut red tape for contractors across the state were approved Wednesday by the Michigan Senate, said Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 8/11/2010 |
A measure to create a license plate honoring families across Michigan who lost a loved one in combat was approved Wednesday by the Michigan Senate, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 7/8/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that July office hours will be held in three locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, July 31.
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| 7/1/2010 |
The Fiscal Year 2011 School Aid budget deal passed in each legislative chamber Thursday includes language creating a roadmap to restore funding for 20j school districts in both Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011, said Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 6/30/2010 |
A resolution to help protect the health of the Great Lakes from offshore or directional drilling for oil and gas was approved Wednesday by the Senate Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs Committee, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 6/29/2010 |
Sen. John Pappageorges measure to create a license plate honoring families across Michigan who lost a loved one in combat was approved Tuesday by the Senate Transportation Committee.
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| 6/24/2010 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of June 24, 2010
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| 6/17/2010 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of June 17, 2010
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| 6/10/2010 |
In recognition of Michigans older and active population, Sen. John Pappageorge sponsored a resolution declaring June 10 as Older Michiganians Day. Senate Resolution 163 was approved by the Senate.
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| 6/10/2010 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of June 10, 2010
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| 6/7/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that June office hours will be held in two locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, June 26.
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| 5/25/2010 |
The Senate Reforms and Restructuring Committee approved a reform measure Tuesday designed to help save the state $1 billion, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 5/20/2010 |
The Michigan Senate will hold its 16th Annual Memorial Day Service in the Senate chambers Thursday, May 27, said state Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 5/19/2010 |
Led by Republicans, the Michigan Senate finalized a balanced budget plan Wednesday ahead of schedule and without raising taxes, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 5/14/2010 |
The Michigan Senate passed a teacher retirement reform bill Friday morning that will save schools billions of dollars without adding a new health-care mandate. The measure was approved hours earlier by a joint Senate-House conference committee.
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| 5/13/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that May office hours will be held in three locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, May 22.
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| 5/7/2010 |
Legislation to make state government more transparent was approved Thursday by the Senate Appropriations General Government Subcommittee, said Sen. John Pappageorge, chair of the panel.
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| 5/5/2010 |
Students in Katie Walkenhorsts fifth-grade class at Bloomfield Middle School are the winners of Sen. John Pappageorges reading contest.
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| 4/28/2010 |
Understanding the importance of economic growth and the transportation needs of Oakland County, Sen. John Pappageorge fought to ensure that the Troy/Birmingham Multi-Modal Transit Center would be one of several projects to benefit from $40.3 million in federal funding.
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| 4/21/2010 |
Royal Oak resident Todd Scott was recognized by the Michigan Senate Wednesday for his work as a member of the Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee in developing the new state park funding plan, said Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 4/14/2010 |
Legislation designed to help school districts focus limited resources into the classroom was approved by a Senate panel Tuesday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 4/12/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that April office hours will be held in three locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, April 24.
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| 4/12/2010 |
To help protect the environment, and seniors and children across Oakland County from expired or unused prescription drugs, Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, is co-sponsoring Operation Medicine Cabinet on Earth Day.
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| 3/26/2010 |
Legislation making texting while driving a primary offense was approved by the Michigan Senate Thursday, said Sen. John Pappageorge, a supporter of the measures.
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| 3/25/2010 |
Lawmaker works to partially restore 20j, increase per-pupil funding
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| 3/17/2010 |
To promote and encourage reading, Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, is visiting schools across the 13th Senate District in recognition of March is Reading Month.
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| 3/16/2010 |
Members of the Senate Reforms and Restructuring Committee heard testimony Tuesday on Sen. John Pappageorges measure designed to help school districts across the state save money.
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| 3/12/2010 |
Legislation designed to bring fairness to the property tax appeals process was approved by the Senate Finance Committee Thursday, said co-sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/9/2010 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that March office hours will be held in three locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, March 27.
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| 3/4/2010 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of March 4, 2010
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| 3/3/2010 |
I am dismayed with how out of touch some in Lansing seem to be with what is really going on in this state. How can anyone in good conscience support a three percent raise for some state employees while other state employees have already been denied a three percent increase by the governor and the Civil Service Commission?
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| 3/2/2010 |
A package of bills designed to guarantee the voting rights for those serving in the military or living overseas was approved by the Michigan Senate Tuesday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 2/24/2010 |
Legislation that would help protect patients by preventing the misuse of certain medical devices was recently approved by the House Health Policy Committee, said co-sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 2/22/2010 |
Hosted by Pappageorge and Knollenberg, the town hall will provide property owners with the necessary information to understand how and when property tax assessments should be appealed including step-by-step instructions.
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| 2/22/2010 |
Hosted by Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel in partnership with Pappageorge, the complimentary seminar will educate homeowners on the ins and outs of the property tax process including how to read and interpret property tax assessment notices for 2010.
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| 2/18/2010 |
The senator was treated at the Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, held for observation, and was later released with minor injuries. No one else was injured in the accident.
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| 2/10/2010 |
The Michigan Senate approved legislation Wednesday designed to save taxpayer dollars, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 2/10/2010 |
In anticipation of the governors budget presentation to the Legislature on Thursday, Feb. 11, Sen. John Pappageorge today urged her not to unveil a budget that spends all of the states allotted revenue based on an estimate.
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| 1/29/2010 |
Youth Voices and Advocacy Day will feature a world caf style dialogue and allow youth from Oakland County high schools to engage in discussions with peers, legislators, concerned adults and community leaders on a host of topics.
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| 1/27/2010 |
A resolution commemorating the first week of February 2010 as NASA Week was adopted by the Michigan Senate Wednesday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 1/20/2010 |
Sacrifice must begin with public servants, said Pappageorge, R-Troy. The state must cut and control spending just like job providers and families across Michigan have to do. This is why I will sponsor a measure to help control the cost of compensation for public servants saving the state and taxpayers more than a billion dollars.
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| 1/19/2010 |
Sen. John Pappageorges measure designed to help encourage charitable donations to education foundations was approved Tuesday by the Michigan Senate.
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| 1/14/2010 |
Sen. John Pappageorges resolution calling on the U.S. government to remove language from the federal health care legislation that would exempt only Nebraska from paying a share of expanded Medicaid costs was approved Thursday by the Michigan Senate.
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| 1/7/2010 |
For the week of Jan. 7, 2010
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| 12/19/2009 |
A measure to help the Oakland County Circuit Court save $1.8 million was approved by the Michigan Legislature and sent to the governor, said bill sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 12/10/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that December office hours will be held in two locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, Dec. 19.
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| 12/9/2009 |
A measure designed to help encourage charitable donations to education foundations was approved by the Senate Finance Committee Wednesday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 12/2/2009 |
Similar to Troops to Teachers, Race to the Top is a federal grant program that requires governors to apply to the U.S. Department of Education for funds to carry out reforms. To obtain the money, Michigan must pass critical education reforms before the programs Jan. 19 application deadline.
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| 11/25/2009 |
This holiday season help Sen. John Pappageorge spread cheer to local senior citizens by participating in the sixth annual Be a Santa to a Senior campaign, which runs from now until Saturday, Dec. 12.
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| 11/16/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that November office hours will be held in three locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, Nov. 21.
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| 11/10/2009 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, a retired Army colonel, was glad to see the state Senate approve legislation aimed at protecting the honor of veterans in Michigan and the symbols of their sacrifices as Veterans Day approaches on Wednesday.
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| 10/29/2009 |
Legislation to help the Oakland County Circuit Court save $1.8 million was approved by the Michigan Senate, said bill sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 10/28/2009 |
Members of the Senate Appropriations Committee heard testimony Wednesday on a measure it approved urging the House of Representatives to override the governors line item veto of nearly $52 million in 20j funding, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 10/21/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, took steps Wednesday to override the governors misguided veto of nearly $52 million in 20j funding that will affect 12 school districts in Oakland County and another 28 across Michigan.
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| 10/14/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, welcomed students from Detroit Country Day School in Bloomfield Hills to the state Capitol Wednesday
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| 10/7/2009 |
Legislation that will help protect Michigan residents from utility shut-offs was approved Wednesday by the Michigan Senate, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, sponsor of the measure.
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| 10/6/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that October office hours will be held in two locations in the 13th Senate District on Saturday, Oct. 24.
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| 10/3/2009 |
Known as the Worlds youngest drummer, Julian Pavone will be performing at the second annual Southeast Oakland County Senior Salute, set for Monday, Oct. 5, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 10/2/2009 |
While the governor continues telling the public that she will veto agreed-upon budgets, Senate Republicans want Michigan residents to know they put forth a balanced budget Thursday morning with $1 billion in cuts and no new tax increases.
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| 10/1/2009 |
The Michigan Department of Transportation will be required to conduct a statewide study that could mean more equitable allocation of transportation funding for urban counties like Oakland, thanks to a budget amendment sponsored by Sen. John Pappageorge and approved by the Michigan Legislature.
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| 9/25/2009 |
The second annual Southeast Oakland County Senior Salute, featuring a hot lunch from Ponderosa Steakhouse, will be held Monday, Oct. 5 at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/24/2009 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of September 24, 2009
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| 9/21/2009 |
The second annual Southeast Oakland County Senior Salute is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 5 at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/9/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced that September office hours will be held in two locations throughout the 13th Senate District on Saturday, Sept. 26.
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| 8/27/2009 |
I spent 30 years on active duty in the infantry. Those years included two combat tours in Vietnam and a couple of years training the Armys elite rangers. These experiences have given me a firsthand view on life and death issues.
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| 8/13/2009 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of August 13, 2009
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| 8/11/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold August office hours in two locations throughout the 13th Senate District on Saturday, Aug. 29.
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| 8/10/2009 |
Michigans economic future got a little brighter last Wednesday when it was announced that our state won nearly $1.5 billion in competitive grants to essentially create a domestic advanced battery manufacturing industry from scratch. This is a fantastic opportunity that lays the foundation for a new era of automotive manufacturing to flourish where it should right here in southeast Michigan.
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| 8/5/2009 |
After spearheading a new law to help make Michigan attractive to battery cell manufacturers, Sen. John Pappageorge was thrilled Wednesday when $2.4 billion in federal battery and electric vehicle grants were announced.
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| 7/30/2009 |
Pappageorge Perspective for the week of July 30, 2009
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| 7/16/2009 |
To save taxpayer dollars and help the state recover economically, Sen. John Pappageorge introduced a resolution in the Michigan Senate Wednesday asking the federal government to waive the 20 percent state match required for transportation projects for two years.
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| 7/15/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, invites Oakland County residents to join him this weekend to fill care packages for troops overseas.
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| 7/14/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold July office hours in two locations throughout the 13th Senate District on Saturday, July 25.
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| 7/7/2009 |
After learning that 19 Michigan county road commissions, including Oakland County, received less road funding than they were due, Sen. John Pappageorge today asked the attorney general to determine how far back the Michigan Department of Transportation should go to correct such underpayments.
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| 6/18/2009 |
An amendment that will forbid taxpayer dollars from being spent on the new Michigan State Police headquarters in downtown Lansing was offered to the departments budget bill and approved Thursday, said Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 6/18/2009 |
Legislation designed to help ensure that more than 850 Oakland County businesses with foreign ties stay put was approved Thursday by the Michigan Senate, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 6/17/2009 |
A legislative package designed to make Michigan more competitive and user friendly was approved Wednesday by the Michigan Senate, said Sen. John Pappageorge, one of the bill sponsors.
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| 6/11/2009 |
Sen. John Pappageorges amendment to require the Michigan Department of Transportation to conduct a statewide study that could lead to the more equitable allocation of Michigan Transportation Fund dollars was approved Thursday by the Michigan Senate.
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| 6/11/2009 |
In partnership with the University of Detroit Mercy Veterans Law clinic, Sen. John Pappageorge is hosting a Project SALUTE event Monday, June 15 to help ensure that veterans receive the federal benefits they deserve.
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| 6/10/2009 |
Implementation of the digital TV transition must occur on Friday, June 12, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy. This follows a postponement by the federal government.
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| 6/9/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold June office hours in two locations throughout the 13th Senate District on Saturday, June 27.
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| 6/5/2009 |
To help ensure that veterans receive the federal benefits they deserve, Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, is co-hosting Project SALUTE with the University of Detroit Mercy Veterans Law Clinic later this month.
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| 6/3/2009 |
Legislation that will require state agencies to periodically review existing rules was approved Wednesday by the Senate Economic Development and Regulatory Reform Committee, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 6/2/2009 |
Legislation that will allow local governments across Michigan to continue employing part-time police officers was approved Tuesday by the Senate Homeland Security & Emerging Technologies Committee, said member Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 5/21/2009 |
More than 1.2 million Michigan residents are uninsured a staggering figure and thats why the Michigan Senate recently announced a comprehensive plan that will help make health insurance in the state affordable and accessible.
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| 5/20/2009 |
Sen. John Pappageorges bill to establish a special fundraising license plate recognizing the Michigan Humane Society was approved Wednesday by the Michigan Senate.
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| 5/15/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge and colleagues today unveiled a comprehensive plan that will help make health insurance in the state affordable and accessible for the growing number of uninsured Michigan residents.
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| 5/15/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, was recently recognized by the Hemophilia Foundation of Michigan and the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan.
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| 5/13/2009 |
This credit is welcome news to our struggling economy and will help galvanize Michigan as the epicenter of advanced battery research and production in the years ahead. It will create thousands of high-paying jobs and sets the stage for Michigan as a global leader in electric automobile manufacturing, Pappageorge said.
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| 5/12/2009 |
Senate Bill 135 would create the Michigan Humane Society fundraising specialty plate. In addition to registration fees, vehicle owners requesting the specialty plate would initially pay a $35 fee, $25 of which would go to the Michigan Humane Society Fund within the Michigan Department of Treasury.
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| 5/7/2009 |
Embedded within the Department of Management and Budget is an organization proudly titled, the Office of Great Workplace Development (OGWD). Unfamiliar with the office, I did a little digging into what exactly the OGWD does.
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| 5/7/2009 |
Beaumont Hospital was recently honored by Sen. John Pappageorge at Diabetes and Kidney Day in Lansing, sponsored by the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) and other organizations interested in diabetes and kidney care.
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| 5/6/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, has scheduled May office hours in three locations throughout the 13th Senate District on Saturday, May 30.
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| 4/30/2009 |
The Michigan Senate approved legislation sponsored by Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, which would make it easier for businesses owned by disabled veterans to secure state contracts.
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| 4/23/2009 |
More than 30 area residents joined state Sen. John Pappageorge on April 18 to celebrate Earth Day by beautifying Starr Jaycee Park in Royal Oak.
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| 4/23/2009 |
The Buy Michigan First seminar designed to help Michigan-based businesses secure state contracts and hosted by Sen. John Pappageorge at the ITT Technical Institute is scheduled for Monday, April 27.
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| 4/15/2009 |
To help Michigan-based businesses secure state contracts, Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, is hosting a Buy Michigan First seminar at the ITT Technical Institute later this month.
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| 4/14/2009 |
In honor of Earth Day, state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will join the city of Royal Oak for the annual Adopt-a-Park for a Day on Saturday, April 18.
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| 4/9/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, has scheduled April office hours in two locations throughout the 13th Senate District on Saturday, April 25.
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| 4/6/2009 |
Sen. John Pappageorges bill designed to help spur economic growth by making Michigan the epicenter for electric vehicle battery production was signed into law Monday.
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| 4/2/2009 |
The Pappageorge Perspective for the week of April 2, 2009
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| 3/31/2009 |
Recognized for his focus on a cutting edge technology that could produce thousands of jobs and help the environment, state Sen. John Pappageorge participated Monday in a Harvard University workshop on carbon capture sequestration (CCS).
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| 3/27/2009 |
A resolution denouncing the Mumbai terrorist attacks and urging the president and Congress to work with Indian authorities in both humanitarian and strategic capacities was passed by the state Senate Thursday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/26/2009 |
A resolution calling on the government of Turkey to cease its discrimination against the Greek Orthodox Church and its leader was approved by the House of Representatives Wednesday, Greek Independence Day, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/25/2009 |
Legislation designed to help spur economic growth by making Michigan the epicenter for electric vehicle battery production was approved by the state House of Representatives Wednesday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/19/2009 |
Legislation expanding the Brownfield act to assist major redevelopment projects such as The Pavilions of Troy was approved by the Senate Thursday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/18/2009 |
Only a day after it was voted down, State Sen. John Pappageorges resolution designed to help homeowners facing property tax increases out of step with their homes actual value was approved 29-8 Wednesday by his Senate colleagues.
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| 3/17/2009 |
With home values across the state plummeting while property taxes increase, Senate Democrats failed to approve a constitutional amendment designed to help homeowners facing property tax increases out of step with their homes actual value
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| 3/16/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, was named Thursday to a Senate panel charged solely with overseeing how Michigan spends its share of the federal stimulus money.
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| 3/12/2009 |
A constitutional amendment to help homeowners facing property tax increases that are out of step with their homes actual value was approved Thursday by the Senate Finance Committee, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/11/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold March office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, March 28.
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| 3/10/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorges measure designed to help spur economic growth by making Michigan the epicenter for electric vehicle battery production was approved 37-0 by the Michigan Senate Tuesday.
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| 3/5/2009 |
Take time this month for a celebration your kids never outgrow: reading. During March is Reading Month young children and elementary students across Michigan and around the country will celebrate the importance of reading.
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| 3/5/2009 |
A vital piece of legislation designed to help spur economic growth by making Michigan the epicenter for electric vehicle battery production is moving toward becoming law Thursday, said Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop and bill sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 3/4/2009 |
Legislation designed to help spur economic growth and make Michigan the epicenter for electric vehicle battery production was introduced in the Michigan Senate Tuesday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 2/23/2009 |
To help Oakland County homeowners understand how property taxes work and when they should appeal their property tax assessment, State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, is co-hosting a complimentary Everything You Need to Know About Property Taxes seminar Tuesday, Feb. 24 with Rep. Chuck Moss, R-Birmingham, and Weir Manuel Realtors.
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| 2/20/2009 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, welcomed charity auction A Day at the state Capitol winners to the Michigan Capitol Thursday.
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| 2/20/2009 |
To help his constituents understand how property taxes work and when they should appeal their property tax assessment, State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, is sponsoring a Property Tax Town Hall Forum Monday, Feb. 23.
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| 2/18/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced Wednesday that copies of the latest Michigan Taxpayers Guide are available through his office Web site.
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| 2/12/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold February office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Feb. 28.
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| 2/10/2009 |
tate Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, was invited to speak to the Quarton Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association board members and interested parents on Monday, Feb. 9. The discussion focused on Pappageorges proposals to fix Michigan, help our schools, and make the Internet safer for children.
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| 2/10/2009 |
The Madison Heights City Council presented Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, with a certificate of appreciation Monday for his work on Senate Bill 1253.
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| 2/9/2009 |
The Madison Heights City Council will present Pappageorge with a certificate of appreciation for his work on Senate Bill 1253 and helping the city achieve its investment strategies.
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| 2/9/2009 |
The seminar will provide property owners with the necessary information to understand how property taxes are assessed, and how and when property tax assessments should be appealed including step-by-step instructions.
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| 2/6/2009 |
The town hall will provide property owners with the necessary information to understand why property tax bills rise when property values fall, and how and when property tax assessments should be appealed including step-by-step instructions. A panel of experts will be available to answer questions.
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| 2/5/2009 |
The Pappageorge Perspective for the week of February 5, 2009
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| 2/5/2009 |
Legislation designed to grant businesses more flexibility in filing estimated Michigan Business Tax payments for the 2008 tax year was approved Thursday by the state Senate, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 1/28/2009 |
Sen. John Pappageorge announced today that constituents can visit his Web site or call his office if they are having difficulty reaching the state unemployment agency.
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| 1/28/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced Tuesday that he is now serving on the Senate Finance Committee.
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| 1/27/2009 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold January office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Jan. 31.
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| 1/26/2009 |
The Pappageorge Perspective for the week of January 26, 2009
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| 1/13/2009 |
Free pizza lunch and presentations on Making Good Choices.
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| 1/12/2009 |
Sen. Pappageorge helped broker needed legislation
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| 12/22/2008 |
A bill that will give drivers with minor traffic citations an alternative to points on their drivers license only needs the governors signature to be state law, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 12/19/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge brokered a decisive amendment to legislation designed to help make Michigan the epicenter of advanced battery production for electric vehicles. The bill was approved Friday by the Senate and sent to the governor.
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| 12/19/2008 |
Legislation that will give drivers with minor traffic citations an alternative to points on their drivers license was sent to the governor Friday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 12/11/2008 |
The Michigan Senate advanced legislation Thursday that would clear the way for the Woodward Avenue light rail project to move forward, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 12/4/2008 |
The Michigan Senate approved legislation extending a Michigan Business Tax Brownfield tax credit to The Pavilions of Troy, said bill sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 11/12/2008 |
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold November office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Nov. 22.
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| 10/13/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Oct. 25.
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| 10/2/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, Thursday voted in support of legislation designed to rejuvenate Michigan’s economy by getting people back to work, providing needed tax relief, restraining spending and retaining jobs.
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| 10/2/2008 |
A constitutional amendment to help homeowners facing property tax increases that are out of step with their home’s actual value has been introduced in the Michigan Senate by Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/30/2008 |
Oakland County seniors are invited to attend an event honoring seniors hosted by Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, and the Southeast Oakland Community Fund, a 501c4 non-profit organization.
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| 9/25/2008 |
A constitutional amendment designed to foster more responsible management of Michigan's budget and help prevent future deficits failed to garner the necessary two-thirds vote of the Senate, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/25/2008 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, today announced the success of his efforts to secure $40 million for Oakland University in Oakland County.
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| 9/23/2008 |
The first ever “Southeast Oakland County Senior Salute Day,” on Monday, Oct. 6 at the Royal Oak Farmer’s Market, can now boast sizable door prizes for those seniors attending, said state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/18/2008 |
The Michigan Senate approved legislation Thursday that will give drivers with a minor traffic citation an alternative to points on their driver’s license, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/17/2008 |
The Senate Appropriations Committee approved $4.5 million in state spending Wednesday to save the Detroit Zoo until the countywide millage kicks in, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/16/2008 |
Legislation designed to make the allocation of Michigan Transportation Fund dollars more equitable was introduced in the state Senate Tuesday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/10/2008 |
Senate Bill 1353, sponsored by Pappageorge, would allow Michigan residents to designate all or a portion of their income tax refund as a contribution to the History, Arts and Libraries Fund.
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| 9/10/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Sept. 27.
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| 9/3/2008 |
The first “Southeast Oakland County Senior Salute Day,” now featuring a hot lunch from Big Boy and free cell phones for seniors, will be held Monday, Oct. 6 at the Royal Oak Farmer’s Market, announced state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 8/22/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Aug. 30.
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| 8/21/2008 |
The first-ever "Southeast Oakland County Senior Salute Day" will be held Monday, Oct. 6 at the Royal Oak Farmer’s Market, announced state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 8/19/2008 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, and his staff worked to help build a home for a deserving family in Oakland County Tuesday in partnership with Habitat for Humanity’s Legislative Build 2008 Celebration Day.
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| 7/25/2008 |
Approval of the state’s Fiscal Year 2008-2009 General Government budget today by both the Michigan Senate and House of Representatives includes a two percent increase for revenue sharing, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, chair of the General Government Subcommittee on Appropriations.
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| 6/25/2008 |
Ilitch was presented with an official Senate resolution commemorating the Detroit Red Wings’ championship victory in the 2008 Stanley Cup Finals.
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| 6/19/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, expressed his great concern over the new unemployment figures released Wednesday, and reaffirmed his commitment to bringing new jobs to Michigan
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| 6/19/2008 |
The Senate today approved legislation to help ensure that the Michigan Department of Transportation uses competitive bidders with a proven track record on projects exceeding $1 million, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 6/18/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, testified before a Senate committee Tuesday in support of a bill designed to nurture cutting edge energy technologies, like carbon capture sequestration (CCS) utilizing algae in Michigan.
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| 6/17/2008 |
An OpEd by Senator John Pappageorge
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| 6/12/2008 |
Lawmakers in the Michigan Senate introduced a plan Thursday to better regulate and control bottle returns, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 6/11/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, June 28.
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| 6/5/2008 |
Legislation in the Senate “Downtown Redevelopment” package, designed to reinvent and reinvigorate downtowns across Michigan, was approved by the Senate Thursday, said bill sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 5/27/2008 |
To help Michigan based businesses secure state contracts, Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, is hosting a “Buy Michigan First” seminar at Oakland Community College next week.
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| 5/20/2008 |
Section 20j allows hold-harmless school districts to receive the same dollar amount increase in the foundation allowance as all the other districts receive, without regard to the inflation rate.
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| 5/14/2008 |
The Senate unanimously approved legislation Wednesday adopting the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact to further safeguard Michigan waters, said Sen. John Pappageorge, a supporter of the measure.
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| 5/6/2008 |
Pappageorge will be presented with a Public Service Leadership Award at the Area Agency on Aging 1-B annual meeting.
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| 5/2/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, testified earlier today before a Senate subcommittee about Oakland County's significant contribution and inequitable return in state transportation dollars.
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| 4/24/2008 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, welcomed Pastor Jack L. Mannschreck of Big Beaver United Methodist Church in Troy to the state Capitol Thursday.
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| 4/24/2008 |
Senate approves legislation aiding Hemlock expansion
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| 4/23/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, April 26.
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| 4/17/2008 |
Legislation designed to help increase the use and production of biofuels in Michigan, while reducing foreign oil dependence, was approved by the Senate Thursday, said state Sen. Jon Pappageorge.
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| 4/15/2008 |
In recognition of Earth Day, state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will join the city of Royal Oak for the annual "Adopt-a-Park for a Day" on Saturday, April 19.
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| 4/7/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, April 26.
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| 3/27/2008 |
An economic stimulus plan crafted to spur home sales and put more money back into taxpayers’ pockets through significant tax breaks was approved by the Senate Thursday, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/27/2008 |
Transportation Economic Development Funds totaling $6.5 million for congestion relief were restored Thursday by Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, after being stripped out when the Fiscal Year 2008 budget was originally enacted last fall. The funding came as part of a supplemental appropriations bill, House Bill 5344, to balance the FY 2008 budget.
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| 3/20/2008 |
An amendment to the K-12 budget approved by the Senate Appropriations Committee will result in $250,000 for the Center for Advanced Studies and the Arts program in Oakland County, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/18/2008 |
An Op-Ed on the film industry
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| 3/13/2008 |
Legislation making Michigan the most affordable state for the creators of motion pictures, television, and other interactive media, was approved Wednesday by the Senate said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/11/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, March 29.
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| 3/6/2008 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, welcomed Isabel Laczkovich, a Michigan State University's James Madison College freshman, to the state Capitol Thursday. Laczkovich, daughter of Roman and Ulrike Laczkovich of Bloomfield Township, is majoring in political theory and constitutional democracy, and social relations policy with a specialization in western European studies.
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| 3/5/2008 |
To promote and encourage reading, Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will visit elementary schools across the 13th Senate District throughout March in recognition of "March is Reading Month."
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| 3/4/2008 |
Legislation giving drivers with a moving violation citation an alternative to points on their driver's license was approved Tuesday by the Senate Transportation Committee, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/3/2008 |
Communities across the 13th Senate District will benefit from $586,500 in grants awarded by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/3/2008 |
The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA) will present Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, with its "2008 Public Service Award" in Washington, D.C. on Friday, March 7.
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| 2/29/2008 |
An Op Ed from State Senator John Pappageorge
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| 2/26/2008 |
The Senate passed legislation Tuesday to help stimulate donations to food banks across the state by granting tax credits to individuals making food donations, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 2/20/2008 |
Legislation to protect Michigan businesses from unnecessary ergonomic standards was approved by the Senate Wednesday, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 2/7/2008 |
Sen. Pappageorge hosting breakfast for Madison Heights veterans
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| 2/6/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Feb. 23.
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| 2/6/2008 |
The Michigan Senate passed legislation today designed to increase the safety and security of Michigan residents by updating their driver's licenses, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 1/29/2008 |
"While I am interested in the proposals the governor presented tonight, we need more information. I look forward to working with all parties to make Michigan a great state to have a job or call home."
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| 1/24/2008 |
Senate Republicans today announced their top priorities for 2008, which include a comprehensive energy policy, transportation and infrastructure reform, and legislation to cut the red tape faced by Michigan job providers, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 1/18/2008 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Jan. 26.
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| 1/17/2008 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, welcomed Rev. Father Nicholas Pathenos of St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Bloomfield Hills to the state Capitol Thursday.
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| 12/12/2007 |
"I was honored to share the details of my legislation with an open-minded House Appropriations Committee," said Pappageorge, R-Troy. "The state government must start balancing its budgets like Michigan residents do - we shouldn't spend money we don't have. My resolution will simply prevent the state from treating an estimate as a real figure. We need to get real about the state's financial picture and this is a step in the right direction."
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| 12/6/2007 |
Legislation designed to encourage research and development of hybrid vehicles in Michigan was approved by the Michigan Senate Thursday, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 12/6/2007 |
Legislation to provide Michigan's cities with planning and development tools to help develop downtown neighborhoods and businesses was announced Thursday by Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, a sponsor of the package.
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| 12/5/2007 |
Legislation designed to increase the safety and security of Michigan residents by updating their driver's licenses was announced Wednesday, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 12/3/2007 |
Legislation designed to encourage research and development of hybrid vehicles in Michigan was introduced recently, said sponsor Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 12/1/2007 |
"I voted yes to replace a very bad, ill-conceived permanent tax with a much less onerous one that has a sunset provision. Moreover, it will take less money out of the pockets of our citizens."
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| 11/28/2007 |
The state Senate passed legislation today to aid Michigan's disabled veteran business owners, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 11/27/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations throughout the district on Saturday, Dec. 8.
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| 11/8/2007 |
Under legislation passed by the Michigan Senate Thursday, the health care system for future lawmakers would be changed to a graded system similar to that given to new school employees, said state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 10/31/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, announced this morning that the Senate and House version of the General Government budget for Fiscal Year 2007-2008 had been agreed upon with language guaranteeing current funding levels for local cities, villages and townships.
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| 10/15/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three separate locations throughout the district on Saturday, Oct. 27.
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| 10/1/2007 |
"The silver-lining in this situation is the substantial reform package proposed by the Senate and approved by both chambers. The reforms will result in hundreds of millions of dollars in savings for the state. This is a step in the right direction, the first step in a long journey toward economic recovery and fiscal responsibility."
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| 9/25/2007 |
"Last week the Senate passed a continuation budget, yet the House of Representatives has still neglected to act on it. Their actions would delay education payments, forcing school doors to close and causing irreparable harm to children and families. A shutdown would also result in failure to provide 911 and state police emergency services - putting the safety of all Michigan residents in jeopardy."
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| 9/21/2007 |
Spending money for the sake of spending money doesn't make much sense - yet that is exactly what some elected officials and the Michigan Department of Transportation want to do with the Detroit River International Crossing. Instead of taking a thorough look at the serious environmental and financial concerns, MDOT insists on moving forward with plans to build a bridge on a massively polluted site.
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| 9/18/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations in the district on Saturday, Oct. 6.
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| 9/17/2007 |
Passing this temporary solution is the responsible thing to do. Even if all interested parties reach an agreement in the next few days, a continuation budget needs to be in place so the state doesn't default on its obligations - causing irreparable harm to its credit rating.
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| 9/11/2007 |
A legislative package requiring state funds be divested from companies engaging in business with terrorist countries was unveiled by a bipartisan group of state senators at the Capitol Tuesday, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 9/6/2007 |
Sen. Pappageorge introduces bills protecting those who protect us
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| 8/24/2007 |
The Senate Wednesday approved amendments, offered by Sen. John Pappageorge, that place a hiring freeze on next year's budgets.
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| 8/23/2007 |
According to The Detroit News, more than 10 states have back-to-school tax holidays, when sales taxes are lifted for a few days on back-to-school supplies.
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| 8/22/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations in the district on Saturday, Aug. 25.
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| 8/14/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge recently appointed Corinne Khederian of Bloomfield Township as director of district affairs for the 13th Senate District, which includes Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, Clawson, Madison Heights, Royal Oak and Troy.
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| 7/31/2007 |
Government's first obligation is to protect citizens. At the federal, state and local level, public safety must always be the top priority regardless of the economy.
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| 7/30/2007 |
If someone from another planet were to visit Lansing and critically examine our budgeting process, he would no doubt ask, "How did so many highly intelligent people come up with such a dumb system?"
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| 7/26/2007 |
In response to the governor's plan to reduce sentencing guidelines for convicted felons, Senate Republicans have outlined a list of recommendations that could save the state nearly $200 million a year in corrections costs without putting public safety at risk.
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| 7/25/2007 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, welcomed Sheila McKean of the Federal Reserve to the state Capitol Wednesday. Pappageorge accompanied McKean as she testified before the Senate Committee on Senior Citizens and Veterans Affairs on the issue of senior exploitation.
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| 7/25/2007 |
The Senate approved Senate Bill 540 on Wednesday, strengthening the rights of property owners across the state, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 7/24/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations in the district on Saturday, July 28.
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| 6/28/2007 |
"I am pleased to announce that after months of working with small businesses and large companies across the state that we have passed the new Michigan Business Tax. Senate Republicans have worked tirelessly to create a fair, equitable tax structure to allow companies to expand. The new tax plan is a bipartisan agreement that is structured to make Michigan businesses competitive in the 21st century."
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| 6/26/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, proposed a constitutional amendment Tuesday to foster more responsible management of Michigan's budget and help prevent future deficits.
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| 6/21/2007 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, welcomed Rev. Father Stratton Dorozenski of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Troy to the state Capitol Thursday.
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| 6/20/2007 |
The state Senate passed legislation today to protect military service members by not penalizing them for a lapse in auto insurance coverage while serving on active duty, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 6/14/2007 |
Michigan's economic outlook is looking rosier today, thanks to a recent agreement that replaces the state's onerous Single Business Tax.
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| 6/13/2007 |
"The plan we put forth today will create real job growth in Michigan. I'm extremely glad we were able to reach an agreement."
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| 6/13/2007 |
"The plan we put forth today will create real job growth in Michigan. I'm extremely glad we were able to reach an agreement."
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| 6/7/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, welcomed representatives from four different Somerset Collection shops to the state Capitol Wednesday.
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| 5/30/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three locations in the district on Saturday, June 2.
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| 5/25/2007 |
Progress is being made on the state’s fiscal crisis and the Senate Republicans are committed to ensuring a balanced budget. The plan we passed on Friday keeps revenue sharing intact and rejects the proposed cuts to Medicaid providers.
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| 5/18/2007 |
To mark his service to Michigan and aviation, state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, today introduced a Senate resolution honoring Michael Silver.
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| 5/18/2007 |
The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on the Department of Community Health convened a hearing on the status of long-term care in Michigan Thursday at the request of state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 5/17/2007 |
Legislation protecting Michigan residents from the possible theft of their Social Security number was approved by the state Senate Thursday, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 5/4/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, and state Rep. Marty Knollenberg, R-Troy, met with area business leaders this week to discuss ways the state can help businesses operate better.
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| 5/3/2007 |
The state Senate today passed the Republican proposal to jump-start and diversify Michigan's economy and create jobs, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 5/2/2007 |
"The pumps and pipes that move the water belong to Detroit. That equipment, however, was paid for by the suburbs through their water rates."
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| 5/2/2007 |
Legislation to protect Michigan homeowners from mortgage fraud was approved by the Michigan Senate Wednesday, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, sponsor of the reform plan.
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| 4/25/2007 |
AT&T grants can improve education, health outreach, community services
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| 4/24/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three separate locations in the district on Saturday, April 28.
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| 4/20/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will be joining Royal Oak residents this weekend for the city's annual "Spring Park Cleanup Days" in honor of Earth Day.
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| 4/5/2007 |
"This is profound news for southeast Michigan. Collaboration between Beaumont, the state's most preeminent hospital, and one of Michigan's finest major research universities to create the region's first medical school has almost limitless potential."
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| 4/5/2007 |
The governor continues to play politics with the state budget deficit instead of solving it. Her pictures of penniless paydays and government service shutdowns are designed to play on the public's fears. It is regrettable the governor has resorted to scare tactics in her attempt to induce lawmakers into drastic measures, like raising taxes.
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| 3/29/2007 |
The Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee today passed legislation sponsored by Sens. Randy Richardville, R-Monroe, and John Pappageorge, R-Troy, to help prevent mortgage fraud in Michigan.
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| 3/22/2007 |
"Senate Republicans have kept their promise to Michigan citizens by balancing the '07 budget without raising taxes," said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/21/2007 |
Harding led members of the Michigan Senate during the invocation and afterward joined Pappageorge on the Senate floor for session.
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| 3/19/2007 |
Small-business owners, executives and job providers testified before the Senate Finance Committee today and said they think the governor's proposed 2-percent tax on services-a $1.5 billion tax increase-would further damage the state's economy and businesses' ability to hire employees.
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| 3/16/2007 |
Michigan’s economy continues to languish as the worst in the nation. Our jobless rate of 6.9 percent exceeds that of Katrina-ravaged Louisiana and Mississippi. The governor’s proposed solution is a new 2 percent, $1.5 billion service tax.
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| 3/8/2007 |
State Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, will hold office hours with residents in three separate locations in the district on Saturday, March 31st.
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| 3/8/2007 |
A resolution seeking additional information on the costs associated with compliance of the federal Real ID Act was introduced in the Michigan Senate, said state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/6/2007 |
Legislation to protect Michigan homeowners from mortgage fraud is scheduled to be introduced on Wednesday in the Michigan Senate, by state Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 3/1/2007 |
March is Reading Month and it's hard to overestimate the importance of reading. The ability to read is the foundation for success in school and in life. We know that children who love to read love to learn, enjoying greater success in other subjects as well. On the other hand, students who cannot read well are more likely to struggle in school and even drop out.
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| 2/21/2007 |
Michigan senators announced today a comprehensive plan that will help ensure all Michigan residents have the opportunity to obtain affordable, basic health coverage and will establish incentives to encourage people to lead healthier lives, said Sen. John Pappageorge.
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| 2/15/2007 |
A resolution to protect Michigan jobs and help the Big Three Automakers will soon be introduced in the Michigan Senate, said Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy.
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| 2/14/2007 |
Unfortunately the only good option we had before us today was to reject the governor’s one-time fixes and tax increases.
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| 2/8/2007 |
The governor unveiled her 2008 executive budget today, announcing $1.5 billion in new taxes that will intensify the financial drain on Michigan residents already struggling to get by in one of the nation’s worst economies.
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| 2/7/2007 |
While I was interested in what the governor had to say tonight, we need more information on the proposals. I look forward to working with the administration to help make life better for all Michigan residents, but we need to take action – not just talk about it.
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| 1/25/2007 |
Business and Economic Stimulus Tax (BEST) to stimulate economic growth and cut the taxes of job providers by nearly $300 million
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| 1/10/2007 |
Sen. John Pappageorge, R-Troy, was part of today’s swearing-in ceremony
at the state Capitol with Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Clifford Taylor
administering the oath of office.
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