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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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Mar 31, 2011

I am so pleased to yield 3 minutes to the distinguished gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. Coble), one of the senior members of the T&I Committee and a leader on the Judiciary Committee.

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Mar 31, 2011

As we close debate on the long overdue FAA reauthorization, first I have to thank my copartner in this, the gentleman from West Virginia (Mr. Rahall). He is a gentleman. It is great to work with him. I have to thank also Mr. Petri, the…

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Mar 31, 2011

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 30, line 25, insert ``or near'' after ``adjacent to''. Page 31, line 8, after ``property owner''…

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Mar 31, 2011

I claim time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Florida is recognized for 5 minutes.

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Mar 31, 2011

I am pleased to allow them to submit their remarks. We are taking the amendment, and I know she is going to work with us. I would also be pleased to yield to our colleague from Hawaii.

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Mar 31, 2011

I have the greatest respect for the gentleman from New Jersey, and I understand his predicament. He has been one of the strongest advocates for his district on some of the potential problems that might arise from airspace redesign. I had…

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Mar 31, 2011

I do appreciate the intent of the gentleman who is the distinguished ranking member, former chair of the Aviation Subcommittee, but I think that the crafting of this amendment is somewhat flawed in that he does now require FAA to take…

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Mar 31, 2011

First I have no objection to the amendment. And the sense of Congress the gentleman from California offers that FAA should enter into discussions with the Santa Monica Airport for the purpose of runway safety is justified. This is a safety…

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Mar 29, 2011

And my colleagues, this is an extension of what would be known as the ``aviation bill.'' I come before the House asking for one extension under the leadership of the new majority in Congress. I also come to the floor to explain the history…

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Mar 16, 2011

While, first of all, someone was not paying attention to the performance of the engineer in this case, and that is a shortcoming of our safety program, that needs to be corrected.

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Mar 10, 2011

We currently--no offense to Amtrak, but basically we run what I term as Soviet-style passenger train system.

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Mar 10, 2011

I pleaded and begged to look at the Northeast Corridor.

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