John J. Taylor (Pennsylvania politician)
John J. Taylor is a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 177th Legislative District of Pennsylvania, USA, since 1984. He is Republican Chairman of the House Liquor Control Committee and a member of the House Urban Affairs Committee.
John J. Taylor | |
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| Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 177th district | |
| Preceded by | Gerald McMonagle |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 9, 1955 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence(s) | Northwood, PA |
| Alma mater | University of Central Florida, Temple University School of Law |
| Occupation | Attorney |
| Website | http://reptaylor.com |
Career
Taylor was first elected in 1984 at the age of 29, defeating incumbent Rep. Gerald McMonagle[1] to represent the Kensington section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has been re-elected to every succeeding session of the House.
Taylor is currently of counsel to the Philadelphia law firm of Pelino & Lentz P.C..
Personal
Taylor is a 1980 graduate of the University of Central Florida in 1980 and earned his juris doctor at Temple University School of Law in 1984.
He resides in the Northwood section of Philadelphia with his wife, Evelyn. They have four children, two sons and two daughters.
References
- ^ "Shocker in the House, GOP Rookie Taylor Tops McGonagle in the House". Philadelphia Daily News. 1984-11-07.