Jul 12, 2011
While I understand the gentleman's concern about the accuracy of the FEMA maps, this bill does contain a 3-year delay of mandatory purchase and a 5-year phase-in thereafter. That's 8 years. We already have mechanisms in this bill that…
Michael Capuano
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Mike Capuano is a former U.S. Representative from Massachusetts, serving from 1999 to 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented Massachusetts's 8th congressional district. During his tenure, Capuano was known for his advocacy on issues such as healthcare, education, and civil rights. He served on several committees, including the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, where he focused on infrastructure development and public transportation improvements in his district.
Congressional Record · 2011-07-12
Jul 12, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Bachus), the chairman of the full committee.
Jul 12, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I rise to claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Massachusetts is recognized for 5 minutes.
Jul 12, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I rise to claim the time in opposition, though I am not opposed. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Massachusetts is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
Jul 8, 2011
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to draw people's attention to one of the great, nice spots of what's happening in the world today. There aren't many. We're going to hear about every one of them this morning. But there's at least one happening…
Jun 3, 2011
Now, I understand that people may see things differently and I respect people that would differ, but I cannot believe that anyone can honestly read the Constitution on this matter in an unclear way. Congress has the authority to declare…
Jun 3, 2011
I thank the gentleman for yielding. Madam Speaker, I am proud to be one of the original cosponsors of this resolution. But I want to be honest, I take no pleasure in this. I'm an early and ardent supporter of the President on most…
Mar 31, 2011
Mr. Chairman, this amendment is very simple. It does two simple things. We worked with the Department of Transportation to make sure that we don't step on any toes. Very simply, it requires any airline charging a baggage fee to tell us…
Mar 31, 2011
Mr. Chairman, 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 189, after line 13, insert the following (and conform the table of contents…
Mar 31, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I would like to put into the Record a letter of support by Flyers Rights, the largest flying public representative in the country. March 21, 2011. Hon. John Mica, Chairman, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee…
Mar 31, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Massachusetts will be postponed. Amendment No. 18 Offered by Mr. Gingrey of…
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