We should be running a larger number there, and also in the Northeast Corridor of passenger service.
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.
We've lost our ambition, our imagination, and our willingness to do the things that built the Golden Gate Bridge and Hoover Dam.
I believe he has been replaced. But the reports are that there is turmoil right now in Amtrak.
I just don't believe that we are going to be able to have high-speed rail across this country because we can't afford it and because the American people really aren't clamoring for that.
I really believe if we focus on the one true high-speed rail corridor that we have today that desperately needs it, it is the Northeast Corridor.
Unfortunately, three States have returned money for projects that did not get off the ground.
Mr. Speaker and my colleagues, it's time for the other body to act. The Republican-controlled House of Representatives has a plan for putting Americans back to work. We've moved on more than 20 pieces of legislation that now sit idly in…
In fact, we intend to return to the Treasury a greater amount in 2011 than was returned in 2010.
We can turn lemons into lemon aid, and our committee is working hard on oversight to do that.





