Governor Polis Statement on Passing of Former State Senator John Taylor

DENVER - Gov. Polis released the following statement on the passing of former Senator John Taylor. 

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of Senator John Taylor. It’s a wonderful thing to see the outpouring of love and admiration from those who knew him best. He is being remembered as a true statesman, and a strong advocate for rural Colorado and our state’s strong military presence. This is a difficult time for all Coloradans, made no easier by the loss of so many members of our communities. Senator Taylor will be greatly missed.”

Taylor passed away last week from pneumonia and complications from COVID-19 at the age of 84. Taylor served eight years in the House, from 1993 to 2000, and eight years in the Senate, 2001 to 2008.

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