Brent Taylor | |
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Member of the Tennessee Senate from the 31st district | |
Assumed office January 9, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Brian Kelsey |
Personal details | |
Born | August 9,1968 |
Spouse | Kimberly |
Children | 2 |
Education | Northwest Mississippi Community College |
Occupation | Funeral Director |
Brent Taylor (born August 9,1968) is an American politician who has served since 2023 as a member of the Tennessee Senate representing District 31. A member of the Republican Party,he was first elected to the Tennessee Senate in 2022. He succeeded Brian Kelsey who pled guilty to campaign finance charges and did not seek reelection. [1]
Taylor won in the general election on November 8,2022 defeating Democratic nominee Ruby-Powell Dennis. He has become known for his tough on crime stance. [2] [3] [4] He voiced his support for SJR0919,an amendment to the Constitution of Tennessee that would remove bail for major capital crimes such as terrorism,second degree murder,aggravated rape of a child,aggravated rape,and grave torture. [5]
Born on August 9,1968,he lives in Eads,Tennessee with his wife Kimberly and their two children. Taylor earned a degree in mortuary science from Northwest Mississippi Community College. His career experience includes working as a funeral director. [6]