Dec 5, 2012
Today is another one of our hearings focused on passenger rail in the United States, and this is an oversight hearing.
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 5, 2012
the Northeast Corridor is where I think we should be putting the focus, some dollars;
Dec 5, 2012
Good morning. I would like to call this hearing of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to order.
Dec 5, 2012
I am pleased to welcome everyone to this hearing and this opportunity to review the progress of high-speed rail.
Dec 5, 2012
the United States is falling further behind and must lead the pack instead of be behind the pack.
Dec 5, 2012
Can we afford to have something fun? Can we afford to have a luxury right now?
Dec 5, 2012
If we continue to disrupt our ag industry, we will continue to lose our number one industry.
Dec 5, 2012
Now is the time to make that investment for alternatives to congested highways and to simultaneously create jobs.
Dec 5, 2012
I want to thank all of our witnesses before us today, and I look forward to your testimony about this important issue.
Dec 5, 2012
We are doing for the next generation what previous generations did for us, we have an obligation to do what other generations did.
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