Biography
Background and political history
A Rhodes Scholar and former McKinsey partner, Angus Taylor entered Parliament in 2013 and was Energy Minister in the Morrison government. Now Shadow Treasurer, he champions “technology not taxes” on emissions and opposes extra-spending budgets.
Policy Positions
Key issues and stances
Economy
Fiscal conservative
Spending cap, lower taxes, productivity reforms.
Climate/Energy
Technology-first
Supports CCS, hydrogen, small-modular-nuclear feasibility.
Agriculture
Rural advocate
Water security & mobile-service expansion.
Infrastructure
Western Sydney focus
Backing inter-modal freight terminals.
Defense
Stronger deterrence
Lift defence spend above 2 % GDP.
Voting History
Recent votes on key legislation
Climate Change Bill 2022
Opposed 43 % target
Electric Car Discount Bill 2022
Opposed FBT exemption
NACC Bill 2022
Supported integrity body
Housing Australia Future Fund Bill 2023
Opposed $10 bn borrowing
Fuel Price Amendment 2024
Cut fuel excise extension
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Electorate | Result | Vote % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Hume | Won | 57.7% |
| 2019 | Hume | Won | 60% |
| 2016 | Hume | Won | 58.9% |
Contact Information
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