WASHINGTON - Last week, U.S. Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) recognized Allen Independent School District on the Floor of the House of Representatives for being named a District of Distinction by District Administration Magazine. Allen ISD was one of thirty-four school districts in the entire nation to receive this prestigious award. The brand-new STEAM Center was the highlight of their award. Students of all ages in Allen have been able to receive a hands-on learning experience that is inspiring...
WASHINGTON - United States Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) today introduced legislation to create a federal hiring preference for the children of fallen service members. In an effort to honor and recognize the tremendous sacrifices made for our country by our fallen service members as well as those permanently and totally disabled, Congressman Van Taylor introduced H.R. 3938, the Gold Star Children Act. Congressman Van Taylor, author of the legislation, stated, “Serving in our nation’s military i...
Today, the House Homeland Security Committee advanced several pieces of legislation as part of committee Republicans’ American Security Agenda. Legislation in the markup was introduced by Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03), H.R. 3246, the Traveling Parents Screening Consistency Act aims to ensure the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) consistently and correctly enforces regulations pertaining to the screening of breast milk, baby formula, and nursing products. Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03...
Today, U.S. Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) announced the launch of his 2019 Congressional Youth Advisory Council. Each year, the Congressional Youth Advisory Council offers students a unique opportunity to learn about the federal government, discuss public policy and local Collin County issues, and interact with their federal representative and congressional staff while serving their community. Congressman Van Taylor stated, "During my visits to local schools and while working throughout Collin ...
PLANO - Today, U.S. Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) announced his office is now accepting entries for the 2019 Congressional App Challenge (CAC). Each year, the Congressional App Challenge presents an opportunity for innovative middle school and high school students to put their skills to work on any platform and in any programming language they desire to create their own app. The winning apps are eligible to be featured in the U.S. Capitol Building and on the Congressional App Challenge website....
PLANO - Today, U.S. Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) announced two passport fair events in Collin County for the month of July. After the removal of the Collin County District Clerk’s office from the U.S. State Department’s acceptable passport facilities, Congressman Van Taylor began working with the State Department to determine a long-term solution to meet the passport needs of Collin County residents. Congressman Taylor stated, "Many constituents have reached out to me regarding access to the p...
PLANO – U.S. Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) today announced 'Coffee with your Congressman' events in Allen, McKinney, and Prosper. Each event will provide an opportunity for constituents to visit and get to know their Congressman on a personal level in a casual and convenient location. Events will be held in Prosper on July 2, 2019 and in McKinney and Allen on July 3, 2019. Due to space constraints, and for planning purposes, constituents are encouraged to RSVP online. Event Details Prosper Coff...
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Van Taylor (R-TX-03), Gil Cisneros (D-CA-39), Don Bacon (R-NE-02), and Seth Moulton (D-MA-06) introduced bipartisan legislation amending the United States Code to criminalize lynching and provide for enhanced sentencing under existing federal hates crimes statutes. H.R. 3536, the Justice for Victims of Lynching Act of 2019, would recognize that a lynching offense is a tool used to intimidate and deny civil rights based on personal prejudices - making the act o...
Today, United States Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) joined with Republicans and Democrats in the House to introduce bipartisan legislation to end the practice of surprise medical billing. The Protecting People from Surprise Medical Bills Act aims to end surprise medical bills, ensuring patients are prevented from paying more than their in-network rates. With widespread bipartisan support, the legislation has thirty two original cosponsors from both sides of the aisle in addition to support from ...
PLANO – U.S. Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) today announced an upcoming 'Coffee with your Congressman' event in Richardson. The event will provide an opportunity for constituents to visit and get to know their Congressman on a personal level in a casual and convenient location. The event will be held in Richardson, Texas on Friday, June 28, 2019. Due to space constraints, and for planning purposes, constituents are encouraged to RSVP online. Event Details Richardson Community Coffee with Congres...
