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Biography
TAYLOR, Gary Eugene (Gene), a Representative from Mississippi; born in New Orleans, Orleans Parish, La., September 17, 1953; graduated from De LaSalle High School, New Orleans, La., 1971; B.A., Tulane University, New Orleans, La., 1976; graduate work, University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, Miss.; United States Coast Guard Reserve, 1971-1984; member of the Bay St. Louis, Miss., city council, 1981-1983; member of the Mississippi state senate, 1984-1989; unsuccessful candidate for election to the One Hundred First Congress in 1988; elected as a Democrat to the One Hundred First Congress by special election to fill the vacancy caused by the death of United States Representative Larkin I. Smith, reelected to the eight succeeding Congresses (October 17, 1989-present).
Bills Sponsored (3)
Bill name Last Action
H.R.5612To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to waive the deadline on the construction of GO Zone p...03/13/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.2550To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act relating to recreational vessels.
05/25/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R.920To amend the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to provide for the national flood insurance pro...02/08/2007Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.


Bills Co-Sponsored (237)
Bill name Last Action
H.R.2040To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the semicentennial of ...12/02/2008Signed by President.
H.R.5714To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition and celebration of the esta...12/01/2008Signed by President.
H.R.6264To prevent excessive speculation in over-the-counter derivatives markets for certain energy commo...11/19/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management.
H.R.4010To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 100 West Percy Street in...10/21/2008Signed by President.
H.R.4544To require the issuance of medals to recognize the dedication and valor of Native American code t...10/15/2008Became Public Law No: 110-420.

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