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Jerry Taylor
| Jerry Taylor | ||
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| Arkansas State Senate District 23 | ||
| Former officeholder | ||
| In office | ||
| 2005-January 10, 2013 | ||
| Party | Democratic | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $15,869 per year | |
| Per diem | $136 per day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 6, 2012 | |
| First elected | November 2004 | |
| Term limits | 2 terms (8 years) | |
| Prior offices | ||
| Arkansas House of Representatives | ||
| 2001-2004 | ||
| City of Pine Bluff Mayor | ||
| 1992-2000 | ||
| Education | ||
| High school | Rison High School (1955) | |
| Military service | ||
| Service/branch | U.S. Army | |
| Years of service | Dates not available | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | October 9, 1937 | |
| Place of birth | Rison, Arkansas | |
| Profession | Retired | |
| Religion | Freewill Baptist | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Taylor was Alderman for the City of Pine Bluff from 1980 to 1992. He then served as Mayor of the City of Pine Bluff from 1992 to 2000. He served in the Arkansas State House of Representatives from 2001 to 2004.
Taylor received his diploma from Rison High School in 1955. He has served in the United States Army. He has also worked as a Registered Land Surveyor and Real Estate Broker. He is now retired.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Taylor served on these committees:
- Subcommittee on Special Language
- City, County and Local Affairs Committee, Arkansas State Senate, Chair
- Joint Energy Committee, Arkansas Assembly
- Revenue and Tax Committee, Arkansas State Senate
- Senate Rules, Resolutions and Memorials Committee, Arkansas State Senate
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Taylor served on these committees:
- Agriculture, Forestry and Economic Development
- Judiciary Committee, Arkansas State Senate
- Senate Rules, Resolutions and Memorials Committee, Arkansas State Senate
Elections
2008
On November 4, 2008, Taylor won re-election to the 23rd District Seat in the Arkansas State Senate, running unopposed in the general election.[1]
Taylor raised $45,772 for his campaign.[2]
Campaign donors
2010 (Off-cycle)
Taylor raised no money in the 2010 election cycle.
2008
In 2008, Taylor collected $45,772 in donations.[3]
His five largest contributors in 2008 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Stephens Group | $4,422 |
| Philip Morris | $3,000 |
| Arkansas Health Care Association | $2,000 |
| Friedkin Business Services | $2,000 |
| South Arkansas Telephone Co. | $2,000 |
Recent news
This section displays the most recent stories in a google news search for the term "Jerry + Taylor + Arkansas + Senate"
Jerry Taylor News Feed
- Severe Weather For Oklahoma, Kansas Expected In The Wake Of Destructive ... - Huffington Post
- CONCERTS LISTINGS: May 10 to 16, 2013 - Wilkes Barre Times-Leader
- CONCERTS LISTINGS: May 3 to 9, 2013 - Wilkes Barre Times-Leader
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Personal
Taylor and his wife, Linda, have two children.
External links
- Official Arkansas State Senate website of Senator Jerry Taylor
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Jerry Taylor
- Campaign Contributions: 2008 2006 2004 2002 2000
References
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| Preceded by - |
Arkansas State Senate District 23 2005–2013 |
Succeeded by Ronald Caldwell (R) |
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