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Jay Taylor

Republican · West Virginia · 2026 · Incumbent

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West Virginia Senate District 14West Virginia · 2026Preston County sample ballot
Top priorities
  • Second Amendment rights and public safety
  • Improving access to healthcare in rural communities

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Jay Taylor represents Senate District 14, covering part of Taylor County and all of Preston, Tucker, Grant, Hardy and Mineral counties, per the West Virginia Legislature's official website. His listed occupation is supervisor, and he serves as Senate President Pro Tempore. He was lead sponsor of 24 bills in the 2026 session, per the same source.

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Profile facts follow official election office filings and the sources cited in each biography. Roster last verified September 25, 2026. Official sources are the final word on who appears on your ballot.

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