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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.
Mr. Speaker, I had not been privy to the prior debates of our discussion of the subject and the repeal legislation at hand. Is it appropriate and within the decorum of the House to refer to the legislation that is being considered repealed…
Thank you. And I have been instructed by the staff that the proper term--or the title of the bill, I guess, Mr. Speaker, is Repeal of Obamacare, but I wanted to clarify that before I began. As the Supreme Court rendered its decision, I had…
But if I do refer to it as ObamaCare, I'm not out of order? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair will not render an advisory opinion.
Mr. Speaker, before I begin, I have a parliamentary inquiry. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman will state it.
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker and my colleagues, it has indeed been a very bumpy road to get to this point where we could pass a transportation bill. First, I have to thank my colleagues. I want to…
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Tennessee (Mr. Duncan), who does a wonderful job chairing and leading the Highways Subcommittee.
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to one of the distinguished leaders in the House, the gentlelady from Illinois (Mrs. Biggert), who had a great deal to do with the flood insurance provisions--worked tirelessly.
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the distinguished gentlewoman from West Virginia (Mrs. Capito), who has worked very hard for a provision, and she's going to explaining the situation that brings her here at this point.
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to yield 1\1/2\ minutes to one of the leaders of transportation, new on the committee, but a conferee; did an outstanding job, the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. Bucshon).
Madam Speaker, I'm pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Bachus), the distinguished chair of the Financial Services Committee.
Madam Speaker, I'd like to inquire as to how much time remains on both sides. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from Florida has 5 minutes remaining, and the gentleman from West Virginia has 14\1/2\ minutes remaining.
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