Dwayne Taylor
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| Dwayne Taylor | ||
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| Florida House Of Representatives District 27 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| November 2008 - Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| November 16, 2012 | ||
| Years in position | 4 | |
| Party | Democratic | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $29,697/year | |
| Per diem | $133/per day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 2, 2010 | |
| First elected | November 4, 2008 | |
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | 4 terms (8 years) | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | University of Central Florida | |
| Associate's | Daytona State College | |
| Master's | University of Central Florida | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | November 13, 1967 | |
| Place of birth | Daytona Beach, Florida | |
| Profession | Writer/Producer | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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He is a Trustee on the Daytona Beach Police and Fire Pension Board, and member of Leadership Florida Class X.[1]
Issues
Taylor did not provide answers to the Florida State Legislative Election 2008 Political Courage Test. The test provides voters with how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected.[2]
Sponsored legislation
Taylor's sponsored legislation includes:
- HB 649 - "Presidential Elections: Establishes "Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote"; provides that any state is eligible to become member; requires statewide popular election for President & Vice-President of US"
- HB 947 - "Contributions to Relieve Homelessness: Requires motor vehicle registration form, registration renewal form, driver license application form, & driver license application form for renewal issuance to include option to make voluntary contribution to aid homeless"
- HB 1305 - "Certain Prohibited Activities in Motor Vehicles: Prohibits reading, writing, or use of wireless communications devices while operating motor vehicle."
For details and a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Taylor has been appointed to these committees:
- Select Committee on Water Policy
- State Affairs
- Subcommittee on Government Operations (State Affairs)
- Subcommittee on Health and Human Services Quality
- Subcommittee on Higher Education Appropriations
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Taylor served on these committees:
- General Government Policy Council
- Health Care Services Policy Committee (Ranking Minority Member)
- Insurance, Business & Financial Affairs Policy Committee
- Legislative Auditing Committee, Florida State Legislature
- Roads, Bridges & Ports Policy Committee
Elections
2010
Taylor won re-election to the 27th District seat in 2010. He had no opposition in the August 24 primary. Taylor defeated Christopher Kennedy (NPA) in the November 2, 2010 general election.[3]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 27 2010 General election results | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 Dwayne Taylor (D)
| 17,504 | 58.29% | ||
| Christopher Kennedy (NPA) | 12,527 | 41.71% | ||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Taylor won election to the Florida House of Representatives from Florida's 27th District, defeating Maureen Monahan (NPA). Taylor received 30,493 votes in the election while Monahan received 19,307 votes.[4] Taylor raised $120,408 for his campaign; Monahan raised $9,232.[5]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 27 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Dwayne Taylor (D)
| 30,493 | 61.2% | ||
| Maureen Monahan (NPA) | 19,307 | 38.8% | ||
Campaign donors
2010
In 2010, Taylor raised $65,100 in contributions. [6]
His three largest contributors were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Florida Police Benevolent Association | $2,000 |
| Florida Association Of Insurance Agents | $1,500 |
| AT&T | $1,500 |
2008
Below are Taylor's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:[7]
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| Daytona Beverages | $2,000 |
| Brown & Brown Insurance | $1,500 |
| Civic Pride PC | $1,200 |
| John Graham | $1,000 |
| 123 LaSalle Associates | $1,000 |
Recent news
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- All stories may not be relevant to this legislator due to the nature of the search engine.
External links
- Florida House of Representatives - Rep. Dwayne Taylor
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography
- Campaign Contributions: 2008
References
- ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Taylor Biography
- ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Taylor Issue Positions
- ↑ Florida Election Watch - 2010 Election results
- ↑ Florida House official election results for 2008
- ↑ District 27 Florida House candidate funds, 2008
- ↑ 2010 contributions
- ↑ Follow the Money - 2008 Campaign contributions
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| Preceded by - | Florida House of Representatives District 27 2008–present | Succeeded by NA |
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