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Taylor Yarkosky
Farmer Banks Helfrich
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Taylor Yarkosky
Farmer Banks Helfrich
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As a native Floridian, I love this state. As a resident of South Lake County, I love teaching regenerative farming and sustainability to the community I represent.
As a candidate for State House, I love finding solutions to the issues of our time. Regardless of political slant, I will work with all citizens.
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Thinking for yourself matters
Position on major issues
Position on major issues
Abortion and reproductive policy
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Agriculture and rural policy
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Aquaculture Records
Voted Yes on Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
This may sound simple, yet we are all from gardeners. Our ancestors farmed and raised animals before the industrial revolution. We start by growing our own groceries. Having the resources available for community gardens, backyard gardens, and balcony gardens.
We begin by conserving and preserving our natural resources. Read full quote
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https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
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Artificial intelligence
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Voted Yes on Data Centers
This same approach can be utilized for Highway 27 from the Turnpike to Sheffield Road. In this case, we can also implement AI (Artificial Intelligence), thus cutting costs further.
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
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Civil rights and freedoms
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Voted Yes on Commencement of Civil Actions
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Criminal justice and policing
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Voted Yes on Child Pornography Terminology
Voted Yes on Systems of Law and Terrorist Organizations
Equip first responders with the knowledge and tools needed to deal with Special Needs Floridians. Read full quote
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
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Economy, jobs and wages
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Voted Yes on Public Employees Relations Commission
Voted Yes on OGSR/Administration of Small Business Loan Programs Held by an Economic Development Agency
Voted Yes on Department of Commerce
Yes, I have a plan to lower GROCERY COSTS.
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
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Education
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Voted Yes on Higher Education
Voted Yes on Pre-K-12 Education
Voted Yes on Education
Roughly half of property taxes pay for education, and the rest covers roads, police, fire, libraries, waste management, parks and trails.
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/what-to-do-about-property-insurance/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020908/https://bankshelfrich.com/what-to-do-about-property-insurance/
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Elections and voting
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Energy
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Environment and climate
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Voted Yes on Petroleum Cleanup Programs
Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits
Voted Yes on Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
First, we designate Citizens' insurance to cover wind/hurricane coverage only. Read full quote
We begin by conserving and preserving our natural resources. Read full quote
Development has exploded putting pressure on our natural resources. Traffic has clogged our rural areas, and our shoreline is shrinking. We will live with these problems, or together we will work on solutions.
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/https://bankshelfrich.com/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260929002004/https://bankshelfrich.com/
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Families and social services
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Voted Yes on Children’s Initiatives
Yes, I have a plan to better equip FIRST RESPONDERS with the challenges of interacting with our SPECIAL NEEDS CITIZENS.
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
No public positions found.
Firearms policy
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Voted Yes on Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer
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Government reform
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Healthcare
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Voted Yes on Health Care
Voted Yes on Uterine Fibroid Research Database
Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits
Equip first responders with the knowledge and tools needed to deal with Special Needs Floridians. Read full quote
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
No public positions found.
Housing
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Voted Yes on Local Housing Assistance Plans
Voted Yes on Housing for Veterans
Voted Yes on Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
As homeowners in Florida, we have two choices for property insurance – to be or not to be. If our home is paid off, we are not required to hold insurance on it. Many opt for this approach because of the skyrocketing cost of insurance. Most of us though are on the other side of ownership.…
Yes, I have a plan to lower your PROPERTY INSURANCE.
First, we designate Citizens' insurance to cover wind/hurricane coverage only. Read full quote
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/about/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020810/https://bankshelfrich.com/about/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
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Immigration
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Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility
Voted Yes on Advertisements for Representation Services
Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility
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No public positions found.
Infrastructure and transportation
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Voted Yes on Department of Management Services
Voted Yes on Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions
Voted Yes on State Agency Law Enforcement Radio System
Yes, I have a plan to decrease TRAFFIC CONGESTION in South Lake County.
Development has exploded putting pressure on our natural resources. Traffic has clogged our rural areas, and our shoreline is shrinking. We will live with these problems, or together we will work on solutions.
This same approach can be utilized for Highway 27 from the Turnpike to Sheffield Road. In this case, we can also implement AI (Artificial Intelligence), thus cutting costs further.
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/https://bankshelfrich.com/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260929002004/https://bankshelfrich.com/
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Local control
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Voted Yes on Assessments Levied on Recreational Vehicle Parks
Voted Yes on Official Actions of Local Governments
Yes, I have a plan to curb EXCESSIVE DEVELOPMENT.
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
No public positions found.
National security and foreign policy
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No public position found.
No public positions found.
Social Security and retirement
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No public positions found.
Taxes and government spending
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Voted Yes on Property Tax Administration
Voted Yes on Department of Management Services
Roughly half of property taxes pay for education, and the rest covers roads, police, fire, libraries, waste management, parks and trails.
Over the past five years, the cost of living in Florida has significantly increased putting Florida above the national average. Read full quote
What exactly is Florida’s Citizens Insurance? Read full quote
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/what-to-do-about-property-insurance/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020908/https://bankshelfrich.com/what-to-do-about-property-insurance/https://bankshelfrich.com/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260929002004/https://bankshelfrich.com/
No public positions found.
Technology and privacy
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Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
Voted Yes on Data Centers
Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
This same approach can be utilized for Highway 27 from the Turnpike to Sheffield Road. In this case, we can also implement AI (Artificial Intelligence), thus cutting costs further.
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/
No public positions found.
Veterans
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Voted Yes on Veterans Dental Care Grant Program
Voted Yes on Veterans
Voted Yes on Veterans
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No public positions found.
Animals and wildlife
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No public positions found.
Emergency management
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Persons Provided Public Emergency Shelter
Yes, I have a plan to better equip FIRST RESPONDERS with the challenges of interacting with our SPECIAL NEEDS CITIZENS.
Instead of inventing the wheel, look at what other states are doing and how they are handling the increase in property insurance costs. Read full quote
Sources
https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020840/https://bankshelfrich.com/issues/https://bankshelfrich.com/what-to-do-about-property-insurance/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927020908/https://bankshelfrich.com/what-to-do-about-property-insurance/
No public positions found.
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Taylor Yarkosky
Farmer Banks Helfrich
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Farmer Banks Helfrich
As a native Floridian, I love this state. As a resident of South Lake County, I love teaching regenerative farming and sustainability to the community I represent.
As a candidate for State House, I love finding solutions to the issues of our time. Regardless of political slant, I will work with all citizens.
Visit the campaign site
Connect with Farmer Banks Helfrich:
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State Representative, District 25
Thinking for yourself matters
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