| David E. Rutledge | |
| Image Name: | Michigan State Representative David E. Rutledge at a Town Hall Meeting.JPG |
| Caption: | Rep. Rutledge addressing a town hall meeting |
| State House: | Michigan |
| State: | Michigan |
| District: | 54th |
| Term Start: | January 1, 2011 |
| Term End: | December 31, 2016 |
| Preceded: | Alma Wheeler Smith |
| Succeeded: | Ronnie Peterson |
| Spouse: | Gerri Rutledge |
| Alma Mater: | Tennessee State University |
| Party: | Democratic |
David E. Rutledge is a former state representative, who represented the 54th House District (Ypsilanti Township).[1]
Michigan's 54th House district covers the eastern portion of Washtenaw County, and includes Superior Township and Ypsilanti Township, as well as the City of Ypsilanti.[2]
Rutledge is married to Geraldine Simmons Rutledge and the couple have two children. He graduated from Tennessee State University with a degree in political science and has served on several boards and commissions in his locality of Washtenaw County.[3]
During the first several months of tenure, Representative Rutledge has either introduced or participated in discussions and legislation to aid homeowners, protect school districts, and combat teen violence.[4]
In March 2011, Rutledge opposed legislation that would lower unemployment benefits to Michigan workers who have been displaced. The law was signed by Governor Rick Snyder after a 65-44 vote in the House.[5]