Today, Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) released the following statement on the killing of George Floyd in Minnesota: “No one in America should play the role of judge, jury, and executioner – and, in absolutely no universe and nowhere, should someone fear for their life because of the color of their skin. Yet, tragically today, that is how many Black Americans feel. As we mourn this tragedy, we must come together as a nation to advance equal justice and work to heal the wounds, both institutional ...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, the bipartisan For Country Caucus applauded the decision to extend National Guard orders to fight COVID-19. More than 40,000 National Guard members are currently deployed to assist with coronavirus response efforts nationwide. Members of the For Country Caucus requested the extension to help Guard members continue their mission. “America’s National Guardsmen and Guardswomen have been bravely serving and sacrificing for our country as the battle against COVID-19 cont...
Tonight, United States Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) released the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Sam Johnson: “"Today, we mourn the passing of a true hero. For twenty eight years, Sam Johnson represented the Third Congressional District with honor, respect, and, in true Texas fashion, with a whole lot of heart. "Before Sam was elected to Congress, he served twenty-nine years in the United States Air Force and flew combat missions in both the Korean and Vietnam War, whe...
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – Today, Congresswoman Elaine Luria and her colleagues in the bipartisan For Country Caucus urged Congressional leaders to focus on commonsense, consensus building solutions to address the COVID-19 pandemic. For Country Caucus consists of principled, military veteran members of Congress committed to working in a nonpartisan way to create a more productive government. “Congress has a responsibility to work together to deliver results, especially during a public health emergency...
PLANO - To provide guidance to those who are facing financial difficulty due to COVID-19, Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) will be hosting an online webinar with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Friday, May 15, 2020 at 12:00 PM CT. Congressman Van Taylor said, "During this critical time, I've spoken with countless of my constituents about the devastating effects coronavirus has had on their families, health, and finances. As a result of bipartisan efforts in Congress, many change...
On May 8, 2020, the For Country Caucus sent the following letter requesting the following priorities are included in the next coronavirus relief package. Dear Speaker Pelosi and Minority Leader McCarthy: Thank you for your leadership as our nation continues to address the unprecedented challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, thank you for ensuring the swift passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, and the Paycheck Protection Program and Health...
PLANO - While Texans and Americans across the nation continue to combat the coronavirus pandemic, Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) today announced an initiative to recognize those in Collin County who are helping their fellow neighbor and making a difference in their community. Congressman Taylor said, "I have been truly humbled by the healthcare providers, first responders, educators, small businesses, volunteers, grocery workers, delivery drivers, caregivers, and so many others who have gone abo...
WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Van Taylor (R-TX-03) and Congressman Joe Neguse (D-CO-02) announced the introduction of a bill establishing a Federal Commission to address the current shortcomings of the Strategic National Stockpile. Congressman Van Taylor (R-TX-03) said, "COVID-19 has presented an unprecedented threat and has impacted every facet of life as we know it.” He continued, “We are facing serious disruptions to our pharmaceutical and medical supply chains and while we continue to incr...
PLANO - To provide information to his constituents and answer their questions, United States Congressman Van Taylor will host his sixth free, telephone town hall event at 6:00 PM CT on Thursday, April 30, 2020 to provide an update on government efforts to contain the virus and to answer questions from his constituents. Open to residents of Texas' Third Congressional District, Congressman Taylor will be joined by Collin County Judge Chris Hill, State Senator Angela Paxton State Representative Mat...
PLANO – Today, United States Congressman Van Taylor (TX-03) released the following statement on the need to immediately replenish Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding which was depleted on Thursday, April 16, 2020: "This is an unprecedented moment for Texas and for our nation - a threat unlike any we have experienced in our lifetimes. Instead of working together to help Americans, those in Congress who are stalling efforts to replenish the Payroll Protection Program are materially hurting t...
