[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 46 (Thursday, March 15, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E319-E320]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING MS. JANET TAYLOR IN HONOR OF WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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                         HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 15, 2018

  Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, in honor of Women's History Month, I 
rise today to honor

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former Hendry County Commissioner Janet Taylor. Her service in this 
capacity, as well as many others, has had a major impact on our 
community.
   Born in Louisiana, Ms. Taylor moved to Florida at a young age and 
very quickly became involved in her community. She received her 
Bachelor's degree in political science from Palm Beach State College. 
In 1978, she joined the Clewiston Police Department and became the 
department's first female African American officer. She quickly rose 
through the ranks and reached Sergeant and Field Training Officer. She 
dedicated twelve years to serving and protecting those in Hendry County 
before retiring from the force.
   Ms. Taylor was appointed Hendry County Commissioner in 1994 and 
served in this position for twenty-two years. As Commissioner, she 
represented the citizens of Hendry County and the State of Florida with 
passion and dedication. Her impressive resume includes serving as 
Chairperson of the Florida Association of Counties for twelve years as 
well as being a member of the National Association of Black County 
Commissioners. Ms. Taylor's public service extends beyond her work as 
Commissioner for Hendry County, as she previously served as a 
Government Liaison for Congressman Alcee Hastings.
   Mr. Speaker, I am privileged to recognize Ms. Taylor for her 
remarkable service to Hendry County. Her dedication to the betterment 
of our community is admirable and has touched the lives of many. I ask 
my colleagues to join me in recognizing this remarkable individual.

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