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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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Jul 8, 2014

Taxpayer Advocate Service, which provides assistance to victims, has seen a 650 percent increase in cases from 2008 to 2012.

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Jul 8, 2014

something has got to be done to get this under control, period.

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Jul 8, 2014

I have been unhappy and I don't think we have a good story thus far on EITC improper payments.

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Jul 8, 2014

I believe that investments make a difference.

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Jul 8, 2014

there is a canyon of disbelief and a lack of credibility the size of the Grand Canyon when it comes to the general public and the IRS operations right now.

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Jul 8, 2014

I don't have the greatest faith, based on our most recent hearings, in your technical capability as far as computers and data.

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Jul 8, 2014

I couldn't function. I would have to close down my business if I had a 20--close to 25 percent error rate on payments.

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Jul 8, 2014

We have had two large dumps from the IRS in the targeting of conservatives that have occurred in the last few days.

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Jul 8, 2014

That one knocked me off my chair when I heard that.

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Jul 8, 2014

I mean, you can't possibly do these returns and some guy, you know, with his spectacles looking at....

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Jul 8, 2014

Right now about 25 percent of the Earned Income Tax Credit requests that are put into IRS are improperly paid.

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Jul 8, 2014

we reduced expenditures in IRS, from 2010 to 2012, 87 percent in conference spending.

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