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  • Statement Following Passage of H.R. 3962
    Nov 7, 2009  - Despite strong public opposition, the Democrat majority in the House of Representatives will probably pass their health care plan, H.R. 3962 today.  This is a sad day for Congress and in particular a sad day for Americans who lack health care coverage.  While Democrat efforts to resolve health care ... More
  • Recognizing the life of William R. DeCota
    Sep 16, 2009  - Mr. MICA. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the life and accomplishments of William R. DeCota, the Director of Aviation for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Bill was one of our Nation’s great aviation leaders. I knew Bill DeCota for the last decade. When I became the Chairman of the ... More
  • Honoring the Life and Accomplishments of Dr. H. Douglas Lee
    Sep 8, 2009  - Mr. MICA. Madam Speaker, on August 25th, Florida lost one of its great leaders in education with the passing of recently retired Stetson University President H. Douglas Lee. Not only was Dr. Lee recognized for his outstanding leadership and dedication to Stetson, he was also well known for his cont... More
  • HONORING THE LIFE OF STAFF SERGEANT JASON DAHLKE
    Sep 8, 2009  - Mr. MICA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to Staff Sergeant Jason Dahlke,  29, who died August 29, 2009, while serving our nation in Afghanistan on his sixth deployment in support of the War on Terror.   Staff Sergeant Dahlke was a distinguished soldier serving with Company A, 1... More
  • Orlando Tea Party
    Jul 14, 2009  - Mr. MICA. Madame Speaker, On March 21, 2009, hundreds of Central Floridians gathered in Orlando to express their grievances regarding the recent actions of their federal officials in dramatically expanding our federal spending, federal deficit, and federal programs. As a Representative for Florid... More
  • STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF HRES 34, REGARDING ISRAEL’S RIGHT TO DEFEND ITSELF IN GAZA
    Jul 10, 2009  - Madame Speaker, I strongly support Israel’s right to defend itself against the Hamas terrorist attacks.  Until Israeli citizens can live without fear of these attacks, Israel is justified in its effort to maintain national security for its citizens. While we all hope for peace in this region, it m... More
  • STATEMENT REGARDING H.R. 627, THE CREDIT CARD BILL of RIGHTS
    Jul 5, 2009  - Mr. MICA. Madame Speaker, Though I found several provisions in this bill today to be good, I am afraid that in the long-run this legislation will hurt credit card consumers, so I reluctantly voted against it. Some worthwhile provisions of note include consumer protections.  Raising interest rat... More
  • The Hon. John L. Mica Commends the University of Florida
    Jan 21, 2009  - Mr. MICA. Madam Speaker, I wanted to join others in congratulating the University of Florida on winning the recent National College Football Championship. As a 1967 graduate of the university, I am proud of the athletic accomplishments of my alma mater. Fellow Gators have much to be proud of in t... More
  • VOTE AGAINST THE NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT
    Nov 17, 1993  - VOTE AGAINST THE NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT     Mr. MICA. Mr. Chairman, along with my Florida colleagues, I have worked during the past months to improve a treaty, side agreements, and the enabling legislation for NAFTA. Wh ile the Florida delegation has been successful in securing some... More
  • HOUSE CRIME BILL IS SMOKE AND MIRRORS
    Nov 8, 1993  - HOUSE CRIME BILL IS SMOKE AND MIRRORS     Mr. MICA. Mr. Speaker, last week, the House of Representatives and its leadership robbed the already victimized American people. With their famous smoke and mirror routine they flashed more cops on the beat and puffed more smoke into prison treatment pr... More
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