
Gene Taylor
Democrat · MI-4 · House of Representatives
37 years in office
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Sponsored Legislation (78)
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Introduced 2006-06-27 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A004) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2006-05-11 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A021) as modified Agreed to by voice vote. (text as modified: CR H2541)
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Introduced 2006-03-15 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A027) Agreed to by recorded vote: 250 - 171 (Roll no. 54). (consideration: CR H1073-1074; text: CR H1073)
HR 3922 — Hurricanes Katrina and Rita Flood Insurance Buy-In Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-09-27 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4502-4503)
Emergency ManagementHR 231 — To designate the parcel of land containing the facility of the Agricultural Research Service of the Department of Agriculture located at State Highway 26 West in Poplarville, Mississippi, as the "Thad Cochran Southern Horticultural Laboratory Site".
Introduced 2005-01-04 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Credit, Rural Development and Research.
CommemorationsHRES 948 — Recognizing the dedication of the employees at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Stennis Space Center who, during and after Hurricane Katrina's assault on Mississippi, provided shelter and medical care to storm evacuees and logistical support for storm recovery efforts, while effectively maintaining critical facilities at the Center.
Introduced 2006-07-25 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Introduced 2010-07-15 · On agreeing to the Taylor amendment (A005) Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 6494 — To amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 to improve the Littoral Combat Ship program of the Navy.
Introduced 2010-12-02 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 6187 — To direct the Secretary of the Army to seek to enter into certain contracts regarding roller systems.
Introduced 2010-09-22 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Air and Land Forces.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 6157 — To direct the Secretary of the Army to seek to enter into certain contracts regarding the self-protective adaptive roller kit II system.
Introduced 2010-09-20 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Air and Land Forces.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 6102 — To amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 to extend the authority of the Secretary of the Navy to enter into multiyear contracts for F/A-18E, F/A-18F, and EA-18G aircraft.
Introduced 2010-08-10 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Seapower and Expeditionary Forces.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 4759 — To provide for the withdrawal of the United States from the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Introduced 2010-03-04 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
Foreign Trade and International FinanceHR 1284 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 103 West Main Street in McLain, Mississippi, as the "Major Ed W. Freeman Post Office".
Introduced 2009-03-03 · Became Public Law No: 111-28.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 1264 — Multiple Peril Insurance Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-03-03 · Rule H. Res. 1549 passed House.
Emergency ManagementHRES 1218 — Recognizing the University of Southern Mississippi for 100 years of service and excellence in higher education.
Introduced 2010-03-24 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
Education—
Introduced 2008-07-31 · On agreeing to the Taylor amendment (A011) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2007-09-27 · On agreeing to the Taylor amendment (A009) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2007-09-27 · On agreeing to the Taylor amendment (A008) Agreed to by recorded vote: 268 - 143 (Roll no. 919).
HR 5612 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to waive the deadline on the construction of GO Zone property which is eligible for bonus depreciation.
Introduced 2008-03-13 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 2550 — Recreational Boating Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-05-24 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Environmental ProtectionHR 920 — Multiple Peril Insurance Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-02-08 · Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Finance and Financial SectorHR 5248 — To designate the parcel of land containing the facility of the Agricultural Research Service of the Department of Agriculture located at State Highway 26 West in Poplarville, Mississippi, as the "Thad Cochran Southern Horticultural Laboratory Site".
Introduced 2004-10-07 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Credit, Rural Development and Research.
CommemorationsHR 4572 — To condition United States military cooperation with the government of Bulgaria within the territory of Bulgaria on the certification by the Secretary of Defense that United States citizens and corporations are afforded full due process of law in Bulgaria and that certain United States legal decisions against Bulgarian nationals have been satisfied.
Introduced 2004-06-15 · Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
International AffairsHR 3372 — To designate the facility of the Agriculture Research Service of the Department of Agriculture located at State Highway 26 West in Poplarville, Mississippi, as the "Thad Cochran Southern Horticultural Laboratory".
Introduced 2003-10-21 · Subcommittee on Conservation, Credit, Rural Development and Research Discharged.
CommemorationsHR 2689 — Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area Act
Introduced 2003-07-09 · Executive Comment Requested from Interior.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesHR 2438 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 115 West Pine Street in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, as the "Major Henry A. Commiskey, Sr. Post Office Building".
Introduced 2003-06-11 · Became Public Law No: 108-241.
CommemorationsHR 1638 — BRAC Repeal Act of 2003
Introduced 2003-04-03 · Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHJRES 88 — Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide that certain trust funds are outside the budget of the United States.
Introduced 2004-01-28 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
Economics and Public FinanceHRES 275 — Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 22) proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Introduced 2003-06-12 · Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Taylor (MS). Petition No: 108-3. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/108/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis3.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures)
CongressHR 5495 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 115 West Pine Street in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, as the "Major Henry A. Commiskey, Sr. Post Office Building".
Introduced 2002-09-26 · Received in the Senate.
CommemorationsHR 3044 — To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the forfeiture of vessels used in the commission of willful violations of Department of Defense safety regulations regarding navigable waters used by the Armed Forces, to increase penalties for violation of other security regulations and orders, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2001-10-04 · Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHJRES 26 — Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide that certain trust funds are outside the budget of the United States.
Introduced 2001-03-01 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
Economics and Public Finance—
Introduced 2000-06-14 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A017) Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4478)
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Introduced 2000-05-18 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A014) Agreed to by recorded vote: 406 - 10 (Roll no. 207).
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Introduced 2000-03-30 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A029) Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1610)
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Introduced 2000-03-29 · Mr. Young (FL) raised a point of order against the Taylor (MS) amendment (A007). Mr. Young stated that the amendment sought to change existing law and as such, comprised legislation in an appropriations bill. The Chair sustained the point of order.
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Introduced 1999-06-10 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A015) as modified Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 4104 — Mississippi Sound Restoration Act of 2000
Introduced 2000-03-28 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Environmental ProtectionHR 3286 — To continue coverage of custodial care under the military health care system for certain individuals during fiscal year 2000.
Introduced 1999-11-09 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 3289 — For the relief of Janet Louise Ruehling.
Introduced 1999-11-09 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Private LegislationHR 2541 — To adjust the boundaries of the Gulf Islands National Seashore to include Cat Island, Mississippi.
Introduced 1999-07-15 · Subcommittee on National Parks, Historic Preservation, and Recreation. Hearings held.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesHR 2460 — To designate the United States Post Office located at 125 Border Avenue West in Wiggins, Mississippi, as the "Jay Hanna 'Dizzy' Dean Post Office".
Introduced 1999-07-01 · Became Public Law No: 106-236.
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Introduced 1990-10-21 · Mr. Skeen raised a point of order against the Taylor amendment (A013). Mr. Skeen stated that the Taylor amendment would purport to change existing law and as such, constituted legislation on an appropriations bill. The Chair sustained the point of order.
HR 5533 — Between the Capes Competitive Revisions of 1990
Introduced 1990-08-03 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 5534 — United States Flag Cruise Ship Safety and Competitiveness Act of 1990
Introduced 1990-08-03 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 4869 — To amend chapter 11 of title 31, United States Code, to require that the budget submitted by the President be in balance.
Introduced 1990-05-17 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Legislation and National Security.
Economics and Public FinanceHR 3841 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the regular investment tax credit for domestically produced property.
Introduced 1989-11-21 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 3846 — To authorize issuance of a certificate of documentation for employment in the coastwise trade of the United States for the vessel MARINER III.
Introduced 1989-11-22 · See H.R.4009.
Private LegislationHR 3842 — Sea Turtle Conservation Assistance Act
Introduced 1989-11-21 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation and the Environment.
Animals—
Introduced 1992-07-30 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A007) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 1991-06-13 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A017) as modified Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 5299 — To prohibit the transfer of excess Department of Defense construction and fire equipment to foreign governments.
Introduced 1992-05-28 · Executive Comment Requested from State, DOD.
International AffairsHR 5257 — United States-Flag Passenger Vessel Act of 1992
Introduced 1992-05-21 · Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 4539 — To designate the general mail facility of the United States Postal Service in Gulfport, Mississippi, as the "Larkin I. Smith General Mail Facility" and the facility of the United States Postal Service in Poplarville, Mississippi, as the "Larkin I. Smith Post Office".
Introduced 1992-03-20 · Became Public Law No: 102-437.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 3282 — United States Flag Cruise Ship Competitiveness Act of 1991
Introduced 1991-08-02 · See H.R.3866.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 1961 — To suspend temporarily the duty on phenyl hydrazine.
Introduced 1991-04-18 · See H.R.4318.
Foreign Trade and International FinanceHR 1962 — To suspend temporarily the duty on mandelic acid.
Introduced 1991-04-18 · See H.R.4318.
Foreign Trade and International FinanceHRES 439 — Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to direct the Speaker to provide for the televising of special order speeches of Members at a location in the Capitol other than the Hall of the House, and to eliminate the televising of these speeches as part of the proceedings of the House.
Introduced 1992-04-29 · Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
CongressHRES 416 — Prohibiting assignment of Government motor vehicles and drivers to political party whips.
Introduced 1992-04-01 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Accounts.
Congress—
Introduced 1994-09-22 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A005) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 1993-11-04 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A002) Failed by recorded vote: 64 - 362 (Roll no. 545).
HR 3984 — To designate the United States post office located at 212 Coleman Avenue in Waveland, Mississippi, as the "John Longo, Jr. Post Office".
Introduced 1994-03-09 · Became Public Law No: 103-453.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 3839 — To designate the United States Post Office located at 220 South 40th Avenue in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, as the "Roy M. Wheat Post Office".
Introduced 1994-02-10 · Became Public Law No: 103-341.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 1250 — United States-Flag Passenger Vessel Act of 1993
Introduced 1993-03-09 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 1023 — To clear certain impediments to the licensing of the vessel PLAY PRETTY for employment in the coastwise trade of the United States.
Introduced 1993-02-18 · Text of Measure Incorporated into H.R.2150.
Private LegislationHRES 184 — Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to direct the Speaker to allow the televising of special order speeches of Members at a location in the Capitol other than the Hall of the House, and to eliminate the televising of these speeches as part of the proceedings of the House.
Introduced 1993-05-26 · Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Congress—
Introduced 1995-05-16 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A034) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 1995-03-03 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A009) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 1995-01-20 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendments (A003) Failed by recorded vote: 173 - 249 (Roll no. 23).
HR 2719 — To authorize the Secretary of Transportation to issue a certificate of documentation with appropriate endorsement for employment in the coastwise trade for the vessel COURIER SERVICE.
Introduced 1995-12-05 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Private LegislationHR 2552 — To transfer the Tatum Salt Dome property to the State of Mississippi to be designated by the State as the Jamie Whitten Wilderness Area.
Introduced 1995-10-26 · Favorable Executive Comment Received from DOE.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesHRES 321 — Directing that the Committee on Rules report a resolution providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2530) to provide for deficit reduction and achieve a balanced budget by fiscal year 2002.
Introduced 1995-12-21 · On motion to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the Chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 161 (Roll no. 884).
CongressHRES 339 — To congratulate Brett Favre, a native of Fenton, Mississippi, for winning the 1995 National Football League Most Valuable Player Award.
Introduced 1996-01-05 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service.
Sports and RecreationHRES 57 — To preserve the constitutional role of the House of Representatives to provide for the expenditure of public money and ensure that the executive branch of the United States Government remains accountable to the House of Representatives for each expenditure of public money.
Introduced 1995-02-03 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic and International Monetary Policy.
International Affairs—
Introduced 1998-09-16 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A005) Failed by recorded vote: 123 - 281 (Roll No. 443).
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Introduced 1998-05-21 · On agreeing to the Taylor (MS) amendment (A014) Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 2814 — To require the adjustment of tariffs on products imported into the United States from the People's Republic of China based on the amount by which tariffs on products exported from the United States to the People's Republic of China exceed tariffs on products of the People's Republic of China imported into the United States.
Introduced 1997-11-05 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Human Resources.
Foreign Trade and International FinanceHR 2623 — To designate the United States Post Office located at 16250 Highway 603 in Kiln, Mississippi, as the "Ray J. Favre Post Office Building".
Introduced 1997-10-07 · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 649.
Commemorations