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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.
That is unfair to them. And we privatized freight rail way back in 1970 when we started to do something with Amtrak. And we have left it to a monopoly that is a Soviet-style train operation. It is a national joke and disgrace. It costs the…
I think you have been in sort of a meltdown of scandals: the targeting of certain political organizations.
I can't remember a field hearing where we had four members from four different states.
I think that is another thing, Mr. Meadows, when we are looking at revising the law--I mean, the reference would tell us that every dog has his day in court, but it doesn't sound like every mine operator has a fair process.
There is an inconsistency, a fair inconsistency in their standards and their--the unpredictability of enforcement.
I think one of the things we are going to do from this hearing--these hearings are nice, but if you don't do anything to follow up, short of a lot of rhetoric.
But if there are problems with the law, or the law is 35 years old, it needs to be updated, and they should provide the leadership to give us some recommendations.
Well, maybe this will spark or be the genesis for looking at the law itself.
I am particularly grateful to the community of Bakersville, and also Mitchell County for the use of these historic facilities at this rather historic hearing.
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