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John Mica

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John Mica is a former U.S. Representative who served Florida's 7th congressional district from 1993 to 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Mica was known for his work on transportation and infrastructure issues, playing a significant role in shaping policies related to these areas during his tenure. He was also involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving the economy and supporting local businesses in Florida. Mica's long career in public service included a focus on constituent services and community engagement.

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Dec 12, 2012

It is just an incredible story of vision and just the type of determination to get the job done.

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Dec 12, 2012

I have always advocated maintaining the benefits, the salary, the wages, the retirement for Amtrak employees in whatever structure we adopt, making certain that is protected.

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Dec 12, 2012

At that juncture I won't be around to see that, given my DNA and longevity as far as male members of my family are concerned.

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Dec 12, 2012

But we want to do that, rather than in 30 years, 30 years to my calculation brings us in their chart, which we will put in the record without objection, shows us not getting to really high-speed operations until 2030 to 2040.

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Dec 12, 2012

I would like to make that a priority, moving it forward.

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Dec 5, 2012

If we have got a multibillion-dollar project in California, it is not going to be a dog, we are going to, we want success.

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Dec 5, 2012

Let's--what I am trying to lean towards is it appears that there is a commitment, well there is a commitment...

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Dec 5, 2012

Good morning. I would like to call this hearing of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to order.

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Dec 5, 2012

the United States is falling further behind and must lead the pack instead of be behind the pack.

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Dec 5, 2012

If we continue to disrupt our ag industry, we will continue to lose our number one industry.

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Dec 5, 2012

Ms. Hahn when you see the mayor of Los Angeles, tell him what we need now is light rail to the airport and that is my continuing message to the city of Los Angeles.

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Dec 5, 2012

We are not going to stop, we are not going to be dissuaded by our detractors.

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