Tax Deduction for Dog Owners Oct 28, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter of Michigan introduced in Congress the House Resolution 3501 also known as Humanity and Pets Partnered Through the Years, or HAPPY Act. This legislation would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a tax deduction for qualified pet care expenses up to $3500. (Suite101.com)
Best from Sunday Oct 26, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter, R-Mich. an alleged conservative, did something tough guys and conservatives don't often do: They collaborated to get a bill onto the floor of the U.S. House seeking a $3,500 annual tax deduction for pet expenses. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Should You Get A Tax Break For Your Pet? Oct 18, 2009
Representative Thaddeus McCotter wants to give pet owners a $3,500 tax break for pet expenses, including vet care. It's a bill that Keith Kline of Howard County, Maryland would gladly support. (W-USA News, DC)
Lawmakers question GM, Chrysler carhauler moves Oct 9, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter, R-Mich. wrote the "intent of the government's support for GM and Chrysler and the 'cash for clunkers' program was to keep the automobile industry viable and not to force companies in the supply chain like the car haul industry into bankruptcy.". (ABC 7 News, DC)
GOP's McCotter Pushes Pet Care Tax Breaks Aug 26, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter tells Newsmax about a bill he is sponsoring that would provide Americans with a tax deduction for the cost of caring for a pet in these difficult economic times ... Thaddeus McCotter talks about his tax break for the care of pets. (Newsmax)
Tax-savings bill pays you to 'green' up home Aug 13, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter, a Michigan Republican, would let pet owners take a tax deduction for pet care expenses. TIRE ACT: In addition to his HIRE Act, U.S. Rep. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Detroit Branch NAACP President, Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony, Denounces Congressman Thaddeus McCotter's Resolution Jul 31, 2009
Congressman Thaddeus McCotter is misguided in his attempts to force President Barack Obama to apologize for his remarks to the Cambridge Police Department. If Congressman McCotter is interested in passing resolutions for apologies then he should start by issuing an apology to the citizens of Michigan for the current state of the economic climate in Michigan. (PR Newswire)
Top 10 Apologies Jul 28, 2009
Though a meeting between Gates and the arresting officer is planned with Obama at the White House, some say the president still needs to go further Michigan Congressman Thaddeus McCotter vowed to introduce a House resolution calling on Obama to issue a formal and direct apology to Crowley. 1 of 10. (Time.com)
Around Idaho Jun 26, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter, has submitted a House resolution urging the U.S. government to put the pressure on China to release Liu Xiaobo. Xiaobo spent about two years in prison after the 1989 Tiananmen Square pro-Democracy protests and another three years in a work camp in the 1990s for challenging China s government. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Could a Dog Improve Your Life and Tax Bill? May 4, 2009
Republican Congressman Thaddeus McCotter of Michigan is working with Davi and Grillo on writing the legislation. . (Townhall.com)
Rep. McCotter: Cap-and-Trade Will Kill U.S. Industry Apr 9, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter tells Newsmax that the Obama administrations cap-and-trade plan to curb carbon emissions would amount to a death sentence on American manufacturing ... Thaddeus McCotter discuss Obamas huge cap-and-trade tax ... Thaddeus McCotter discuss Obamas huge cap-and-trade tax. (Newsmax)
38 Republicans Vote Against GOP's Alternative Budget Apr 3, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter, Michigan. John McHugh, New York. (Newsmax)
The end for GM's Wagoner Apr 1, 2009
"Obviously, the people of Detroit are very upset that Mr Wagoner had to step down from his position after being encouraged by the White House," says Thaddeus McCotter, Republican Congressman from Michigan. "They're also very upset at the disparate (sic) treatment that Mr Wagoner received, in comparison to the way the Chief Executive Officers of a financial institution have been treated by the White House.". (BBC News -- Americas)
GM CEO Forced out as U.S. to Give Automakers More Time Mar 30, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter, a Michigan Republican and member of the House Financial Services Committee. 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
GM's Wagoner rolls in Washington ahead of bailout deadline Mar 28, 2009
Obama's comments are bolstering the view that the automakers will be saved, Representative Thaddeus McCotter, a Michigan Republican, said in an interview yesterday. What we're focused on are the remarks by the industry and by the president, and there's been no indication that they're thinking that either Chrysler or GM is not viable in the future,'' he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Top Dems Question Tax Deduction Proposal Mar 5, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter, chairman of the Republican Policy Committee, who is from Michigan. Geithner said the change would merely restore the same deduction limits that were in place when President Ronald Reagan left office. (CBS News)
GM talks progress as board reviews plan Feb 17, 2009
Thaddeus McCotter, a Michigan Republican, told Reuters progress in GM's talks with its bondholders appeared to have spurred progress in its talks with the UAW, which is also being pressed to forgive debt. "They will get this done," said McCotter, who sits on the House Financial Services Committee that heard testimony from automakers as part of the bailout debate. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
GOP makes Pelosi focus in stimulus fight Feb 11, 2009
"The President asked Republicans for ideas," said House Republican Policy Committee chairman Thaddeus McCotter of Michigan. "The public has looked to the president and to us, but the House Democrats weren't so enthusiastic about that.". (Boston Globe)
