Party: Republican
Age: 49
Campaign website: tayloryarkosky.com
Education: University of Iowa, 1999
Occupation: Business owner
This candidate did not respond to our request to fill out this voter guide. To best serve you, we searched candidate websites, social media and interviews they’ve done to the answers to these questions.
If elected, what are the most pressing problems you want to address, and what do you suggest to solve them? Please list each issue and how you will address them:
On his campaign website, Yarkosky said that public safety is his highest priority. He supports law enforcement, first responders and policies that hold criminals accountable.
(Source: tayloryarkosky.com/issues)
According to a University of North Florida poll, Floridians say affordability is their top issue. What are your solutions for dealing with Florida’s affordability issue?
Yarkosky, on his campaign website, says families should be able to keep more of what they earn. He says he is committed to lowering the cost of living by expanding tax relief, reducing housing costs and continuing reforms that make insurance more affordable.
(Source: tayloryarkosky.com/issues)
Will you vote YES or NO on the constitutional amendment to slash property taxes and explain your position. How would you replace lost revenue – fees and/or service reductions?
Yarkosky did not respond to this questionnaire. It is unclear how he will vote on this issue but he did vote in favor of putting the measure on the November ballot. In a Facebook post from June 1, Yarkosky said the following:
One thing I know for certain in politics is this: when we trust the people and listen to the people, we get it right. The citizens of Florida have entrusted us with the privilege of serving them, and I will always support giving voters a direct voice on issues that impact their homes, families, and financial future.
(Source: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100088691811962)
Utility costs are rising for customers in Florida, and the proliferation of data centers is expected to exacerbate that issue. How should Florida’s utility regulators respond?
Yarkosky did not respond to this questionnaire and it is unclear where he stands on this issue.
What is the single biggest issue the government should address when it comes to public education in Florida?
Yarkosky did not respond to this questionnaire and it is unclear where he stands on this issue.
Do you agree with the current federal and state governments’ approaches to immigration enforcement? Why or why not?
Yarkosky did not respond to this questionnaire. On his campaign website, he says he supports immigration enforcement, secure borders and policies that prioritize the safety, security and economic well being of Florida families.
(Source: https://www.tayloryarkosky.com/issues?lightbox=dataItem-mqnsb0kp2)
Do you believe abortion restrictions in Florida should be more strict, less strict or stay the same?
Yarkosky voted in favor of legislation that now limits abortions in Florida to the first six weeks. He also voted in favor of a bill that would have expanded the definition of unborn child and would have allowed parents to recover damages in the event of an unlawful death of an unborn child.
(Source: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/300; https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/289/?Tab=VoteHistory)
What do you think is the biggest environmental issue your government should address in Florida?
Yarkosky did not respond to this questionnaire and it is unclear where he stands on this issue.
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