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U.S. Chamber CEO Calls for Increasing Gas Tax
02/13/13Mica suggests he seek other employment opportunities< Read more > -
Mica: Brakes Must Be Applied to Reckless Spending in Afghanistan
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Mica to Introduce Monopoly-Killing Legislation for Rail Service
02/12/13Calls for an end to the Soviet-style operations of Amtrak< Read more > -
Mica Lands Three Key Transportation Subcommittees in 113th Congress
01/22/13 Highways and Transit; Railroads, Pipelines and Hazardous Materials; and Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management< Read more > -
Mica to Chair Government Operations Oversight Panel
01/03/13Retain Transportation Committee Assignment< Read more > -
Mica Statement on Passage of the Fiscal Cliff Legislation
01/03/13 < Read more > -
T & I Committee's Achievements in the 112th Congress: Major Transportation Jobs Bills & Initiatives to Cut Waste
01/02/13 < Read more > -
Mica, Scott Launch 8,500-Job Major Intermodal Center
11/08/12 < Read more > -
Bill to Cut FEMA Red Tape Stalled in U.S. Senate
11/02/12 < Read more > -
Congressman Mica Statement on the Puerto Rican Plebiscite Vote in November
10/31/12 < Read more > -
Another TSA Meltdown: When Are We Going to Learn?
10/19/12 < Read more > -
Mica & Gibbs Statement on EPA's Siege on the Clean Water Act at Law's 40th Anniversary
10/18/12 < Read more > -
Inspector General Confirms TSA Meltdown
10/09/12 < Read more > -
Mica: Florida's Congressional District 7 to Receive $13.5 Million in HUD Grants
10/09/12 < Read more > -
NextGen Critical to U.S. Jobs, Economic Opportunities & Aviation Industry
09/17/12 < Read more > -
New Report Highlights Costs of Amtrak's Failure to Compete with Private Sector
09/17/12 < Read more > -
Mica Statement on the Killing of the American Ambassador to Libya and Three Other Embassy Officials in Benghazi
09/12/12 < Read more > -
Mica Brings GSA Investigation to Florida
08/07/12 < Read more > -
Hearing Highlights GSA Scandals, Waste & Mismanagement
08/01/12 < Read more > -
Mica Updated on Orlando Veterans' Facility by VA Officials
07/30/12 < Read more > -
Mica Honored with Longwood Key to the City Award
07/18/12 < Read more > -
Mica Announces New School Crossing Zone in Orange City
07/06/12 < Read more > -
House Approves Major Transportation Reform Bill
06/29/12 < Read more > -
Mica Statement on Obamacare Decision
06/28/12 < Read more > -
Mica Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling in Arizona et al. v. United States
06/25/12 < Read more > -
Empty Federal Building Sits Idle for Over a Decade: Georgetown Power Plant Costs Taxpayers Millions
06/19/12 < Read more > -
Mica Sets High-Speed Approval for Miami-Orlando Private Rail Service
06/18/12 < Read more > -
Mica to Appear on The Sean Hannity Show: Discuss the "Fast and Furious" Scandal and Contempt of Congress for Attorney General Holder
06/15/12 < Read more > -
Mica: TSA Meltdown du Jour
06/15/12 < Read more > -
Mica: Highway 50 bridge safety improvements are an absolute must - Mica receives multiple commitments from FDOT to save lives
06/14/12 < Read more > -
Mica Continues Small Business Development Forums -Veterans Assistance-
06/14/12 < Read more > -
TSA Green Light to Orlando Sanford Screener Reform
06/12/12 < Read more > -
Mica Changes Outdated and Costly National Law– Helps Daytona Museum of Arts & Sciences Rebuild After 2009 Flood
06/04/12 < Read more > -
U.S. Rep. John Mica and Florida Rep. Fred Costello to Receive Special Recognition by the Volusia League of Cities
05/25/12Deltona, FL–Rep. John Mica (FL-07) on Thursday, May 24th, will be honored by the Volusia League of Cities and be presented with the 2012 President's Award for his work at the federal level in support of the community.< Read more > -
Mica Statement on U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder
05/10/12Washington, DC – Congressman John Mica (FL-07)issued the following statement after House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman Darryl Issa's staff briefing paper and draft of the contempt of Congress charge against Attorney Gener< Read more > -
Mica Bill Halts Administration's Power Grab & Expansion of Water Regulation
04/27/12 < Read more > -
Mica: Get GSA Hot Tubber Off Federal Dole
04/24/12 < Read more > -
Mica and Local Leaders Convene Meeting to Restore DeBary Bayou
04/19/12 < Read more > -
Mica & Duncan Statements on House Transportation Bill Passage: Bill Includes Important Streamlining & Energy Provisions
04/18/12 < Read more > -
Mica & Denham Announce Witness List for GSA Waste Hearing / Hearing Rescheduled for Tuesday, April 17th
04/10/12 < Read more > -
Mica Sets Hearing on GSA Junket, Only Tip of GSA Iceberg
04/04/12 < Read more > -
Republicans Put American Jobs Above Politics With Passage of Transportation Extension
03/30/12The House passes the Transportation extension.< Read more > -
Mica to Participate in Ribbon Cutting at Daytona Beach International Airport
11/21/11Daytona Beach, FL–Congressman John Mica (R-Volusia County) will be at the Daytona Beach International Airport (DBIA) on Monday, November 21st...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on the Failure of the Super Committee to Come to an Agreement
11/21/11Washington, DC – Congressman John Mica (FL-07) released the following statement regarding the failure of the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction to...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on the Failure of the House to Pass the Balanced Budget Amendment
11/18/11Washington, DC – Congressman John Mica (FL-07) released the following statement regarding the House of Representative's failure to pass H.J.Res. 2, the Balanced Budget Amendment.< Read more > -
Speaker Boehner, Chairman Mica, & GOP Leaders Move Forward on Jobs Plan
11/17/11Washington, DC – House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman John L. Mica (R-FL) joined Speaker of the House John Boehner and other House Republicans in announcing plans to...< Read more > -
Congressional Report – "A Decade Later: A Call for TSA Reform"
11/16/11The complete report "A Decade Later: A Call for TSA Reform," can be found by clicking here. Washington, DC – U.S. House Congressional leaders released a report today highlighting...< Read more > -
Jacksonville to Receive $1.925 Million for Transit Improvements for Veterans and the Community
11/09/11Washington, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (FL-07) today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation, through the Veterans Transportation...< Read more > -
LYNX to Receive $1.056 Million for Transit Improvements for Veterans and the Community
11/09/11Washington, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (FL-07) today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation, through the Veterans Transportation and Community Living Initiative Program...< Read more > -
NextGen Air Traffic Control Test Bed Launches New Era in Aviation
11/07/11Daytona Beach, FL – A Congressional field hearing today in Daytona Beach focused on the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) new Florida Test Bed facility for developing NextGen air traffic control technologies. The hearing, which...< Read more > -
SunRail Major Milestone:Rail Corridor Transferred to State
11/03/11Washington, DC – Congressman John Mica (FL-07) released the following statement regarding the transfer of the commuter rail corridor from CSX to the State of Florida.< Read more > -
St. Johns Sunshine Bus Company to Receive$527,780 Grant for Bus Upgrades
10/17/11Washington, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (R-St. Johns County) today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the Sunshine Bus Company a $527,780 grant to...< Read more > -
FAA Awards $10.6 Million Grant to Orlando Sanford International Airport
09/29/11Washington, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (R-Sanford) today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded the Orlando Sanford International Airport a $10.6 million grant to assist in the purchase of...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on the Passing of Governor Claude R. Kirk, Jr.
09/28/11Washington, DC – Congressman John Mica (FL-07) released the following statement regarding the passing of former Florida Governor Claude R. Kirk, Jr. "The State of Florida and the Nation have lost one of our legendary and most colorful leaders....< Read more > -
Mica to Inspect New Pedestrian Safety Walkover in DeLand
09/26/11Washington, D.C.–Congressman John Mica (R-Volusia County) will be in DeLand on Tuesday, September 27th to inspect a new safety crossing installed by the Florida Department of Transportation. Rep. Mica was lobbied by residents of...< Read more > -
U.S. DOT Awards $6.2 Million Grant to Northeast Florida Airport
09/15/11Washington, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (R-St. Augustine) today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded the Northeast Florida Regional Airport in St. Augustine a $ 6.19 million...< Read more > -
Senate Approves Mica Transportation Extension
09/15/11The United States Senate today passed legislation to extend funding for the Federal Aviation Administration and the Federal Highway Administration for four and six months, respectively.< Read more > -
House Approves FAA and Surface Transportation Extension
09/13/11Washington, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives today approved an extension to continue programs for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as well as for federal highway, transit and highway safety programs.< Read more > -
Mica Statement on President Obama's Speech to a Joint Session of Congress
09/08/11Washington, DC – Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman John L. Mica (R-FL) released the following statement in response to the President's remarks to a joint session of Congress this evening: "While the President....< Read more > -
Mica Announces FAA Grant for Flagler Airport
09/07/11Washington, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (FL-07) announced today that the Flagler County Airport was awarded a nearly $600,000 grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). "The FAA grant to the Flagler County Airport in Palm...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on President's Transportation Remarks
08/31/11Washington, DC – Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman John L. Mica (R-FL) released the following statement in response to the President's call for a clean extension of U.S. surface transportation legislation:< Read more > -
Mica Announces Funding for St. Augustine Seawall Project
08/19/11Washington, DC – Congressman John Mica (FL-St. Augustine) announced today that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has given final approval to $4.7 million for the St......< Read more > -
Democrats Yeild to House FAA Extension
08/05/11Washington, DC – The following is the statement of House Transportation Committee Chairman John L. Mica (R-FL) on the Senate Democrats' decision to pass the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) extension, which the House...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on the Passage of the Budget Control Act
07/29/11Washington, DC – Congressman John Mica (FL-07) released the following statement regarding the passage of the Budget Control Act. "The House of Representatives action today was vital to avoid a credit default and move...< Read more > -
Mica: Feds to Release SunRail Dollars Monday
07/15/11Washington, D.C.–Congressman John L. Mica announced today that on Monday, July 18th, coinciding with the signing of the Full Funding Grant Agreement, the Federal Government will release an additional $53 million for the...< Read more > -
Mica to Address Bunnell's Community Development Agency
07/15/11Washington, D.C.–Congressman John Mica (R-Flagler) will join Bunnell government and business leaders on Monday, July 18th and will provide an overview of current and future transportation development...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on SunRail
07/01/11Washington, DC – Governor Rick Scott's approval for the SunRail passenger rail project signals jobs and improved transportation for Florida's future. "I commend the Governor for moving forward and joining with local and...< Read more > -
House Approves Rep. Mica Amendment to Reallocate Funding for National Guard Facilities
06/14/11Washington, D.C. – In House action today lawmakers approved a proposal by U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) to increase funding for National Guard Military Construction by $25 million. This spending was offset by a reduction of...< Read more > -
House Approves Rep. Mica Change to Rules of Engagement
05/26/11Washington, D.C. – In House action today lawmakers approved a proposal by U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) to change the Rules of Engagement for U.S. troops in hostile conflicts. "The Soldiers' Right to Bear Arms Amendment"...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Statement on the President's Assertion that Israel Return to Pre-1967 Borders
05/19/11Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today released the following statement concerning President Barack Obama's assertion that a Palestinian state should be based on borders that existed before the...< Read more > -
Reps. Mica and Adams to Host WWII Vets As They Visit Their Memorial in DC
05/13/11Washington, D.C. – U.S. Reps. John L. Mica (R-07) and Sandy Adams (FL-24) on Saturday, May 14th will host 184 World War II veterans and guardians as travel to our nation's capital to visit...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Statement on the Death of Osama bin Laden
05/02/11Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today released the following statement on the death of Osama bin Laden. "As we learn of the successful mission against Osama bin Laden, we should take this opportunity....< Read more > -
Mica Announces Full Accreditation for Clyde E. Lassen State VA Nursing Home
05/02/11Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-St. Augustine) announced today that the final accreditation for the Clyde E. Lassen State VA Nursing Home in St. Augustine, has been granted by the Federal Medicare and Medicaid offices.< Read more > -
SunRail Receives Final U.S. DOT Approval
05/02/11Washington, DC – The SunRail commuter rail project moves today from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to the U.S. Congress. The DOT concluded its review of the project and has sent Congress a Full Funding Grant...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Transportation Byway Grant for the A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway in Flagler
04/28/11Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Flagler County) today announced that the A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway in Flagler County will receive $560,000 from the U.S. Department of Transportation for access improvements at...< Read more > -
Mica Voices Concern Over Delay in Clyde E. Lassen State VA Nursing Home Accreditation
04/19/11Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-St. Augustine) voiced his concern today to Veterans Administration and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) leaders regarding the delay in getting proper accreditation for the Clyde E...< Read more > -
Mica Joins Embry-Riddle to Showcase Eagle EcoCAR
04/18/11Daytona Beach, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Daytona Beach) tomorrow will join Embry-Riddle as they launch a three-year collegiate engineering competition challenge sponsored by the Department of Energy and General Motors.< Read more > -
Mica Visits U.S. Troops in Afghanistan
03/21/11Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) co-chaired a U.S. Congressional Delegation mission to Afghanistan over the past weekend. Mica said that, "This was my first visit to the war-torn nation which included stops...< Read more > -
Mica: Daytona Beach Airport to Receive $7 Million for Runway Improvements
03/15/11Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today announced Volusia County and the Daytona Beach International Airport were awarded a $7 million grant by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).< Read more > -
Mica Announces Retirement of Long-term Chief of Staff
03/01/11WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today the retirement of his long-term Chief of Staff, Russell Roberts. Mica said, "Rusty has provided outstanding public...< Read more > -
DeLand Receives $250,000 Grant for Spring Hill Boys & Girls Club Community Center
02/10/11WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Affairs awarded the City of DeLand a Federal grant of...< Read more > -
MICA TO HOST LISTENING EVENTS
02/10/11Schedule - - Saturday, February 12 10:30 am - 12:00 noon Informal Coffee & Conversation Meeting LOC: 100 E Sybelia Ave, Maitland 1:00 - 2:30< Read more > -
Mica Gavels Transportation & Infrastructure Committee into Action
01/27/11Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) officially took the gavel of the influential Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure yesterday during the panel's first meeting of the 112th Congress. Following Republicans'...< Read more > -
Mica Receives Manufactures Award
01/21/11Melbourne, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today was presented the Award for Legislative Excellence by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). This distinction honors the Congressman's achievements in...< Read more > -
Mica to Address State Transportation Leaders Friday, January 21st
01/20/11WHAT: Congressman John Mica to Address TEAMFL/Florida Transportation Commission Joint Annual Meeting WHEN: Friday, January 21st 9:30 a.m. WHERE: Hyatt Regency Orlando International...< Read more > -
SunRail Keeps Rolling Forward
12/22/10Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) announced that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has successfully completed closing documents and has finalized today the closing in escrow which...< Read more > -
Potential Solution to Jacksonville Harbor Access & Safety Impediments
12/02/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07), the Republican leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is moving ahead with a potential cost...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on Mid-Term Elections and the 112th Congress
11/03/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement regarding yesterday's elections and the next Congress: "On Tuesday, the American< Read more > -
New Putnam County Veterans' Clinic Opens
10/28/10Palatka, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Putnam County) today help dedicate the new veterans' clinic in Putnam County that will serve an estimated 10,000 area veterans. "Since this project floundered, it was especially important to...< Read more > -
Pilot License Fiasco
10/19/10Washington, DC – Saying, "This looks like a Three Stooges episode," U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican leader John L. Mica (R-FL) called the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA)...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica on hand to help open the new Sanford Amtrak Auto Train Terminal
10/18/10Sanford, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) joined local, state, federal and Amtrak officials for this morning's grand opening of the new Amtrak Auto Train Station Terminal in Sanford. Mica said in his remarks at the event, "The...< Read more > -
Mica Joins Local Leaders for Brevi Bus Roll Out
10/15/10Palatka- U.S. Congressman Mica (R-FL) joined residents, local leaders and State representatives for the first public presentation and roll out of a new transit vehicle designed and built in...< Read more > -
Federal Support for CHS's Model Job of Helping at Risk Youth
10/14/10Winter Park, FL – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-FL) joined Children's Home Society (CHS) of Florida representatives at their headquarters today in announcing the award of a competitive grant by the U.S. Department of Health and...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on Administration Report on Infrastructure Spending
10/11/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee's Republican leader, released the following statement today in response to a report by the Treasury Department and the...< Read more > -
Report Calls on Feds to Stop Sitting on Assets
10/06/10Washington, DC – A report released today by the Republican leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee identifies a quarter of a trillion dollars in potential savings to the taxpayer..< Read more > -
Mica & LoBiondo Statements on Coast Guard Reauthorization
09/29/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and U.S. Rep. Frank LoBiondo (R-NJ), the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee Ranking Member, released th< Read more > -
Mica Urges New Northeast Rail Commission to Consider Options for True High-Speed Rail
09/27/10Washington, DC – Bringing true high-speed rail to the nation's Northeast Corridor must be a top priority for the newly assembled commission responsible for developing a long-term rail...< Read more > -
Mica Hosts Central Florida Veterans Visiting WWII Memorial
09/25/10WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) will be hosting a group of more than 100 Central Florida World War II Veterans this Saturday, September 25th in Washington...< Read more > -
Mica: St. Johns County, Clyde E. Lassen Veterans Nursing Home Opening
09/25/10Washington, DC – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R- St. Johns) addressed community and veteran leaders for the opening of the new Clyde E. Lassen State Veterans' Nursing Home. "It has been an...< Read more > -
Mica Honored with NFIB Business Award
09/23/10Washington, DC – The National Federation of Independent Business presented U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today with the coveted Guardian of Small Business Award for his outstanding record of support on behalf of America's...< Read more > -
Mica to Address Orlando Chamber
09/20/10WHAT: Congressman Mica will address BusinessForce of the Orlando Chamber of Commerce today concerning Transportation and other Central Florida Economic News WHO: U.S. Congressman John L.< Read more > -
Mica Presents Bronze Star to WWII Veteran
09/17/10Daytona Beach – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) on Saturday, September 11th during the pre-flight meeting at Daytona State College for the upcoming Volusia Honor Air event to Washington, D.C., presented and pinned the Bronze Star...< Read more > -
Mica Secures Castillo Cabinet Project Approval
09/14/10Tallahassee, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-St. Augustine), in a rare appearance by a Member of Congress before the Florida Cabinet, today brought his fight to Tallahassee to clear the way for a new Castillo de San Marcos Visitor Center.< Read more > -
U.S. Rep. John Mica & Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Demonstrate New Next Generation Air Traffic Control Technology
09/09/10Daytona Beach, Fla. – Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican leader John L. Mica (R-FL) and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University today showcased for Florida local and state officials and the media one of the...< Read more > -
St. Johns Economic Summit: Thursday, September 9th
09/08/10WHAT: St. Johns County Summit to Discuss the Coordination of Economic and Job Creation Initiatives WHO: U.S. Congressman John L. Mica Other Local, Community and State Leaders...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on Obama Infrastructure Spending Proposal
09/07/10Washington, DC – The following is the statement of U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican leader, on the President's latest infrastructure spending proposal: "I will not support another tax...< Read more > -
Mica: Daytona State Awarded Grant for Child Care
09/01/10Washington, D.C.–U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) today announced that Daytona State College has been awarded federal funds to assist low income students. This award, totaling $128,350, will provide campus-based child care for students in...< Read more > -
Funds Released for the Stewart-Marchman-Act Foundation Treatment Facility in Flagler County
08/27/10Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Flagler County) announced today that the Department of Health and Human Services released $792,000 in federal funds to the Stewart-Marchman-Act Foundation (SMAF) for the...< Read more > -
Major West Volusia Storm Water Project Complete
08/25/10WHAT: Ceremony to Mark the Completion of the West Side Emergency Flood Management System Project WHO: U.S. Congressman John L. Mica< Read more > -
Mica Announces Cleared Runway Funding
08/20/10Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) announced today that the FAA has approved $9 million for runway improvements at the Daytona Beach International Airport. These airport improvement trust fund dollars...< Read more > -
Mica: Northeast Florida Regional Airport in St. Augustine to Receive $899 Thousand for Safety Improvements
08/13/10Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) announced today that the Northeast Florida Regional Airport, formerly known as the St. Augustine/St. Johns County Airport, will receive $899,066 in funding from the...< Read more > -
Mica: Low Income Daytona State College Students to Receive Help
08/10/10Washington, D.C.–U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) today announced that more than a quarter of a million dollars in federal funds was awarded to Daytona State College to assist low income students.< Read more > -
Mica, LaHood: Gas Tax Increase Dead
07/27/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican leader, at a Congressional oversight hearing today on the Administration's failed stimulus, declared dead a federal gas tax increase to fu< Read more > -
Flood Insurance Bill Aids Daytona Museum Project
07/15/10Washington, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives today approved key legislation for the State of Florida when it voted to reauthorize and reform the National Flood Insurance Program. Florida residents hold more flood...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Science Award to Daytona State College
07/14/10Washington, D.C.–U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) today announced that more than half a million dollars in National Science Foundation funds were awarded to Daytona State College. This award will support and advance programs...< Read more > -
Mica: LYNX Should Explore Privatizing Services to Save Money
06/28/10Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) today sent a letter to the LYNX Board of Directors suggesting that in these times of budgetary constraints and with the departure of Executive Director Lynda Watson, LYNX may...< Read more > -
Mica Urges New Administrator to Get TSA Back on Track
06/25/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican Leader, congratulated new TSA Administrator John Pistole and pledged to work with him to get the bloated...< Read more > -
Ormond Beach Resident walks 850 miles to Washington, DC To Highlight Critical National Issues
06/22/10Washington, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (FL-07) recently welcomed Mr. John Gillespy to Washington, DC after the Ormond Beach resident walked the 850 miles from his hometown to the nation's...< Read more > -
GAO Report: More TSA Failures
06/21/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican leader of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, today released a government report which highlights failures at the Transportation Security Administration...< Read more > -
Asking Coast Guard To Do More With Less Courts Disaster
06/17/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican leader of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, today said the Obama Administration was on a collision course with disaster by asking the U.S....< Read more > -
Mica & LoBiondo Dismayed at Administration Gulf Response Delays as U.S. Vessels Sit Idle
06/15/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), Republican leader of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, today expressed his dismay to Secretary of Homeland Security Napolitano that U.S.-flag vessels available...< Read more > -
Republicans Urge BP to Pay Up & Caution Against Closing Down Small Businesses
06/09/10Republicans Urge BP to Pay Up & Caution Against Closing Down Small Businesses Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican leader of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, said he was...< Read more > -
Mica: No BP Oil Spill Piggy Bank
06/09/10Washington, DC – Emergency legislation to ensure that funds remain available to the Coast Guard to respond to the Gulf oil spill was considered in the House today. In that debate, U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican leader of...< Read more > -
Mica's Statement Against Extending the Red Snapper Fishing Ban
06/04/10Washington, D.C.- U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) released today the following statement concerning the Red Snapper ban in the Southeast Atlantic Marine Fishery: "In March of 2009, the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council...< Read more > -
Daytona / Ormond Housing Authorities to Receive Grants for Homeless Veterans
06/01/10U.S. Representative John L. Mica (FL-7th District) announced federal grants for the Housing Authority of Daytona Beach and the Housing Authority of Ormond Beach to aid in securing housing for homeless veterans.< Read more > -
Is the Stimulus Supposed to Kill Jobs or Create Them?
05/26/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican leader, outlined the ongoing failures of the stimulus to create jobs at a Congressional hearing today. One of the...< Read more > -
Mica Honors Senator Paula Hawkins
05/25/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) today introduced legislation to name the Maitland Post Office in honor of the late U.S. Senator Paula Hawkins. Mica said, "It is fitting on National Missing Children's Day 2010...< Read more > -
Mica Calls for Reorganization of Bloated TSA In Wake of Critical Security Report
05/20/10Washington, DC – In the wake of a federal report highlighting the failures of the Transportation Security Administration's behavior detection program, U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) called for a reorganization of the TSA,...< Read more > -
Mica Statement from Gulf Oil Spill Hearing
05/19/10Washington, DC – The following is the opening statement of U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican leader, from today's oversight hearing on the DEEPWATER HORIZON...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on Unionization Rule Change
05/10/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican leader, released the following statement regarding the National Mediation Board's (NMB) final rule to change...< Read more > -
Committee Republicans Respond to Reintroduction of Massive Expansion of Clean Water Act
04/21/10Washington, DC – The Republican Leaders of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, John L. Mica (R-FL), released the following statement upon today's introduction of Committee Chairman Oberstar's controversial...< Read more > -
MICA TO HOST 2010 HIGH SCHOOL CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION
04/20/10HO: U.S. Congressman John L. Mica State and Local Officials High School Art Teachers and Students WHAT: "An Artistic Discovery" 7th Congressional District Art Competition WHEN: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday,< Read more > -
More Than $4.5 Million for Runway Improvements and Environmental Work at the St. Augustine Airport
03/26/10Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) announced today that the St. Augustine/St. Johns County Airport will receive more than $4.5 million in funding from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).< Read more > -
$2.9 Million for Safety Equipment and Runway Extension at Orlando Sanford Airport
03/26/10Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) announced today that the Orlando Sanford International Airport will receive more than $2.9 million in funding from the...< Read more > -
Monday, March 8th, Rep. John Mica to Host Trade and Export Promotion Seminar
03/05/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) will host a trade and export promotion seminar on Monday, March 8th from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the AAA Heathrow Complex, 1000 AAA Drive, Heathrow. Mica said, "This forum will bring together local...< Read more > -
Monday, March 8th Rep. Mica and Tampa Bay Transportation Leaders to Meet
03/04/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, will meet with Tampa Bay area leaders and representatives of transportation agencies on Monday...< Read more > -
Mica to Address High Speed Rail Conference
03/04/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, will address the U.S. High Speed Rail Association Conference on March 5th which in Orlando.< Read more > -
Mica Statement on Highway Bill Extension in "Jobs" Measure
03/04/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican Leader, voted against a controversial Jobs Bill passed by the House today. The bill passed 217 to 201 after nearly...< Read more > -
Friday, March 5th, Rep. Mica to Host Seminar: "Doing Business With Government Agencies
03/03/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) is hosting a business development forum on Friday, March 5th from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The seminar, titled "Doing Business with Government Agencies", will take place at...< Read more > -
Mica to Host Two Business Development Forums
02/26/10WHAT: Doing Business with Government Agencies WHEN: Friday, March 5, 2010 8:30-10:30am WHO: U.S. Congressman John L. Mica, Officials from General Services< Read more > -
Mica: Florida Community Banker Makes Plea to Congress
02/26/10Washington, D.C. – At the request of Congressman John L. Mica (FL-07), community bank President David Bridgeman of Pinnacle Bank in Orange City testified before a joint Congressional Panel on the plight of local banks.< Read more > -
Mica: Florida to Take Brunt of Obama-Proposed Coast Guard Cuts
02/25/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the House Transportation and Republican Committee Republican Leader, today called cuts to the Coast Guard budget proposed by the Obama Administration a recipe for disaster, and cautioned that these...< Read more > -
Rep Mica Blasts Red Snapper Ban at Fishermen Rally
02/24/10# Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) told thousands of fishermen from across the country who rallied in Washington, DC, that bureaucrats have ignored their pleas and that jobs are being threatened by the new Red Snapper fishing ban alon< Read more > -
Mica: Community Banks Plight to be Heard
02/23/10Washington, D.C.–Congressman John L. Mica (FL-07) announced that community bank President David Bridgeman of Pinnacle Bank in Orange City will testify before a Congressional Panel on the plight of community banks.< Read more > -
Mica Declares War on Executive Earmarks
02/23/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican Leader of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, said today he was declaring war on Executive Branch bureaucrats earmarking taxpayer dollars behind closed...< Read more > -
Coast Guard & Customs Cuts Could Undermine Homeland Security
02/05/10Washington, DC – Protection of the nation's borders, ports and waterways could be severely undermined by funding cuts to the Coast Guard and Customs and Border Protection proposed by the Obama Administration, according to...< Read more > -
High-Speed Rail Stuck at the Station
02/02/10Washington, DC – The Administration may have lost a golden opportunity to launch true high-speed passenger rail service in the United States, according to U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL). Mica, the Republican...< Read more > -
Mica Announces New Putnam VA Clinic Location
01/29/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) announced today the location for the new VA Medical Facility in Putnam County. The nearly 10,000 sq. ft. facility will be located at the Palatka Mall (400 N State Road 19, Palatka,...< Read more > -
Mica, Shuster Response to High-Speed Rail Announcement
01/28/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and U.S. Rep. Bill Shuster (R-PA), the Railroads, Pipelines and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee...< Read more > -
Mica Response to High-Speed Rail Announcement
01/28/10Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, offered both a positive response and a sharp criticism of the Administration's announcement relating to...< Read more > -
GAO: Improved Airport Planning Could Help Cut Congestion
01/26/10Washington, DC – According to a U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) report released today, the national airspace system will face serious congestion issues in the near future, and the Federal Aviation Administration...< Read more > -
Mica Statement on Withdrawal of Erroll Southers as TSA Administrator Nominee
01/20/10Washington, DC – The following is the statement of U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican Leader, on today's announcement that Erroll Southers withdrew...< Read more > -
Mica Suggests Privatization of Florida Toll Roads
01/15/10Orlando, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07), the Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, addressed a gathering of Florida transportation leaders today and Florida's...< Read more > -
Mica to Address FTC & TEAMFL on the Future of Transportation Funding
01/14/10Orlando, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) will address the Annual Joint Meeting of the Florida Transportation Commission (FTC) and Transportation & Expressway Authority Membership of Florida (TEAMFL)...< Read more > -
Statement of Rep. John Mica on Attempted Bombing of Northwest Flight
12/28/09U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Republican Leader of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, released the following statement regarding the recent attempted bombing of Northwest Flight 253.< Read more > -
Next Steps for SunRail
12/17/09U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) will be available to members of the media on Friday to discuss the next steps for the Central Florida Commuter Rail project, SunRail, including the federal government's participation in...< Read more > -
Son of Stimulus: Same Old, Same Old
12/16/09Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican Leader John L. Mica (R-FL) released the following statement on today's House Democrat Leadership stimulus bill: "This is Son of Stimulus and the same old, same old.< Read more > -
Rep Mica: Maitland to Receive Funding for Law Enforcement
12/14/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the United States Congress gave final approval to Federal funding for the City of Maitland to upgrade their Public Safety Radio System and provide Mobile Data Terminals.< Read more > -
Rep. Mica: Volusia County to Receive Funding for Youth Facilities and Law Enforcement
12/14/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that the U.S. Congress gave final approval to fund two important projects in Volusia County totaling $400,000. Federal funding was made available for the Spring Hill...< Read more > -
$750,000 for Sanford Roads
12/14/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the United States Congress gave final approval to Federal funding for the City of Sanford to improve access to the Auto Train Station. Mica secured $750,000 for...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance for Emergency Management in St. Johns County
12/11/09U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-St. Johns County) announced today final passage yesterday of the 2010 Federal funding bill which included $250,000 in federal assistance for the St. Johns County. "The Federal Government...< Read more > -
Mica Secures Federal Funding for Palatka Riverfront Park Redevelopment
12/11/09WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Putnam County) announced today final passage yesterday of a 2010 Federal spending bill which included $250,000 in funding for an Economic Development Initiatives...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica: $800,000 Approved for Stewart-Marchman Substance Abuse Center
12/11/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Flagler County) today announced that the House of Representatives gave final approval yesterday for $800,000 in federal funding for the Stewart-Marchman Center in Flagler County.< Read more > -
Former Florida United States Senator Paula Hawkins Funeral Information
12/09/09Church Service: Thursday, December 10, 2009 11:00 a.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 45 East Par Street< Read more > -
Florida Approves Landmark Rail Bill
12/08/09The Florida legislature passed legislation today to dramatically improve the state's rail infrastructure and develop a 21st century transportation system. "First, it is important that we recognize the leadership of our Governor Charlie...< Read more > -
Transportation Unions Support Florida Rail Bill
12/07/09U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) and U.S. Rep. Corrine Brown (FL-03) released the following statement regarding transportation labor support for improving and expanding rail transportation in Florida. "I am pleased that the...< Read more > -
The Passing of U.S. Senator Paula Hawkins
12/04/09On behalf of the family of former United States Senator Paula Hawkins, U.S. Congressman John Mica announced the passing of the Senator in Orlando, Florida early Friday morning. Mica, former chief of staff for the Senator, said,< Read more > -
Mica: "Red Snapper Ban an Economic Disaster"
12/03/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (FL-07) called the Administration's decision to impose a six month ban on Red Snapper fishing throughout the Southeast U.S. coast an economic disaster for the region.< Read more > -
Stimulus: Garbage In, Garbage Out
11/19/09The following is the statement of U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) from today's hearing of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on the Administration's efforts to track stimulus spending and jobs created or saved:< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Statement on Passage of Health Care Legislation
11/07/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (FL-7) released the following the statement following the vote on H.R. 3962, the Health Care Reform legislation. "Despite strong public opposition, the Democrat...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica to Host Emergency Health Care Telephone Town Hall November 3rd from 7:30pm to 10pm
10/30/09Rep. John Mica (FL-07) today announced that he will host an emergency health care telephone town hall on Tuesday, November 3rd from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. for constituents of Florida's 7th Congressional District.< Read more > -
Federal Assistance to Improve Orange and Seminole Counties Wastewater Infrastructure
10/29/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (FL-7) today announced that the South Seminole & North Orange County Wastewater Transmission Authority in Maitland has been awarded $500,000 in federal funds to improve wastewater services to...< Read more > -
Major Milestone Reached in Castillo Visitor Center Project
10/29/09Rep. John Mica (R-St. Johns County) announced today final passage of the 2010 Interior Appropriations bill which included $500,000 in funding for the new Castillo de San Marcos National Monument Interpretive and Visitor Center.< Read more > -
Mica Announces Assistance for City of Palm Coast Emergency Operations Center
10/23/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Flagler) today announced that the City of Palm Coast will receive a federal grant of $350,000 to improve its operational capabilities during an emergency.< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Pre-Disaster Mitigation Assistance for Flagler Beach
10/15/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Flagler) today announced that House of Representatives has given final approval for funds to assist the city with the costs of the Flagler Beach Stormwater...< Read more > -
Mica Hosts Small Business Seminars
10/13/09WHAT: Three Small Business Seminars WHEN: Monday, October 19, 2009 WHO: U.S. Congressman John L. Mica U.S. Small Business...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica to Host Telephone Town Hall on October 13th from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
10/05/09Rep. Mica will host a telephone town hall for constituents of Florida's 7th Congressional District. To sign up to receive a phone call, those interested can do so online at www.house.gov/mica...< Read more > -
Bethune-Cookman to Receive Federal Assistance for STEM Research Lab Wing Project
10/01/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today Bethune-Cookman University will receive federal support in the amount of $250,000 for its STEM Research Lab Wing Project in Gross Science Hall in Daytona Beach.< Read more > -
Congress Approves St. Johns and Flagler Beach Study Funds
10/01/09U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Florida) announced that the FY10 Energy and Water Appropriations measure approved by the House of Representatives this week will include $548,000 in federal funds for the study and restoration of beaches...< Read more > -
Bethune-Cookman to Receive Federal Assistance for STEM Research Lab Wing Project
10/01/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today Bethune-Cookman University will receive 2010 Federal support in the amount of $250,000 for its Gross Science Hall STEM Research Lab Wing Project in...< Read more > -
Mica Calls Rehashed Health Care Proposal Budget-Busting and Job-Killing
09/09/09U.S. Rep. John Mica today released the following statement regarding President Barak Obama's address. "Like the President, I believe our nation needs to reform the health care system, and like the President,...< Read more > -
Daytona State College to Receive Federal Assistance
09/02/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that Daytona State College will receive federal support in the amount of $95,711 for Project SPEAK (Suicide Prevention Education and Knowledge).< Read more > -
Mica Announces Grant Award for Putnam County Anti-Drug Coalition
08/26/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica announced today that the Putnam County Anti-Drug Coalition has been awarded a federal grant in the amount of $125,000 for the Drug Free Communities Support Program (DFC).< Read more > -
Mica Announces Grant Award for Pact Coalition of St. Johns County
08/26/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica announced today that the PACT Prevention Coalition of St. Johns County has been awarded a federal grant in the amount of $125,000 for the Drug Free Communities Support Program (DFC).< Read more > -
IG Reports Stimulus Funds Misdirected
08/10/09Stimulus funds for the nation's airports are being directed to many low priority projects without consideration of long-term economic merits, according to a U.S. Department of Transportation Inspector General (DOT IG) report that was released today.< Read more > -
Agriculture Disaster Declaration for Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia Counties
07/27/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica announced that Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia counties have all been designated as agriculture disaster areas due to flooding from torrential rains this past May.< Read more > -
Mica Secures Funding for Stewart-Marchman Substance Abuse Center
07/24/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Flagler County) today announced that the House of Representatives has given initial approval for $700,000 in federal funding for the Stewart-Marchman Center in Flagler County.< Read more > -
Mica Secures Sanford Auto Train Access Improvements
07/23/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that the House of Representatives gave initial federal approval to funding for the City of Sanford to improve access to the Auto Train Station. "With the new terminal and upgraded entry,< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Introduces Legislation to Halt Red Snapper Fishing Ban
07/23/09U.S. Rep. John Mica introduced today legislation that would place on hold a proposed ban on Red Snapper fishing in the Atlantic Ocean from North Carolina to Florida. Congressman Mica's bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to conduct...< Read more > -
Mica Secures Federal Funding for the Spring Hill Boys and Girls Club
07/23/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced that the U.S. House of Representatives today approved $250,000 in funding for an Economic Development Initiativesprogram (EDI) grant for the...< Read more > -
Mica Secures Federal Funding for Palatka Riverfront Park Redevelopment
07/23/09U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced that the U.S. House of Representatives today approved $250,000 in funding for an Economic Development Initiativesprogram (EDI) grant to the City of Palatka.< Read more > -
New House Drug Task Force
07/09/09U.S. Rep. John Mica, former Chairman of the House Criminal Justice, Drug Policy and Human Resources Subcommittee, and Former Speaker Dennis Hastert today announced the establishment of a new House Drug Task Force that will....< Read more > -
Progress on Federal Flood Aid
07/09/09U.S. Rep. John Mica announced today that progress has been made with federal officials to assist Florida potato growers who lost their major spring crop this past May. With record flooding and damages estimated to cost $45 million,< Read more > -
Public Comment Period Open for Ban on Red Snapper Fishing
07/08/09The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) today announced that they are seeking public comments regarding the proposed rule to implement temporary measures to reduce what...< Read more > -
Veterans Transportation Launched
06/30/09anford, FL - U.S. Rep. John Mica participated yesterday in the commencement of a new van service for the veterans of Sanford and north Seminole County.< Read more > -
Veterans Transport Launched
06/26/09U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) announced today that a new transportation service will transport veterans from the north Seminole County area to the Veterans Administration (VA) Community Outpatient Clinic in Orange City.< Read more > -
U.S. House Approves Funds to Begin Castillo de San Marcos' Project
06/26/09The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation today to begin work on the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument Restoration Project....< Read more > -
Mica Warns Cap and Tax Bill
06/26/09The U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 2454, the so-called Cap and Trade bill. Congressman John Mica (R-FL) made the following statement.< Read more > -
Federal Support for Volusia County
06/19/09Federal Support for Volusia County Law Enforcement WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced that the House of Representatives gave initial Federal approval yesterday to funding for...< Read more > -
Orlando Airport Receives Nearly $15 Million for Security Enhancements
06/19/09Orlando Airport Receives Nearly $15 Million for Security Enhancements Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07), announced today that the Greater Orlando International Airport Authority will receive approximately $15 million....< Read more > -
Orlando Sanford Airport Receives Federal Grants
06/19/09Orlando Sanford Airport Receives Federal Grants Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07), announced today that the Orlando Sanford International Airport will receive approximately $3.8 million...< Read more > -
Federal Support for Maitland
06/18/09Federal Support for Maitland Law Enforcement WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the House of Representatives gave initial Federal approval to funding for the...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance for Law Enforcement in
06/18/09Federal Assistance for Law Enforcement in St. Johns County WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the House of Representatives approved $250,000 in federal assistance for the...< Read more > -
Embry-Riddle to Receive Federal Grant
06/11/09Embry-Riddle to Receive Federal Grant Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07), announced today that Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will receive almost $600,000 in Federal funding from the National Science Foundation...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Announces Putnam and Flagler Counties
06/04/09Rep. Mica Announces Putnam and Flagler Counties Approved for Federal Disaster Assistance Washington, D.C. – Congressman John L. Mica has announced that federal officials have approved a national declaration for assistance...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Announces Volusia County
05/27/09Rep. Mica Announces Volusia County Approved for Federal Disaster Assistance Washington, D.C. – Congressman John L. Mica has just notified Volusia County residents that a few minutes ago he was informed that President Obama...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Inspects Crop Damage in St. Johns County following heavy rains and flooding
05/26/09Rep. Mica Inspects Crop Damage in St. Johns County following heavy rains and flooding Washington, D.C. – Rep. John Mica toured the flood-ravaged Blue Sky Farms of Elkton on Tuesday, and met with owner Danny Johns,...< Read more > -
Mica to Participate in Memorial Day Events and Meet with Flagler County Officials Regarding Storm Damage
05/22/09Mica to Participate in Memorial Day Events and Meet with Flagler County Officials Regarding Storm Damage ***Four Events*** WHAT: Congressman Mica to Join Flagler County and Palm Coast Officials in Memorial Day...< Read more > -
Mica To Meet With FEMA Administration To Discuss Storm Damage
05/21/09MICA TO MEET WITH FEMA ADMINISTRATOR TO DISCUSS STORM DAMAGE U.S. Representative John L. Mica announced today that he will be meeting tomorrow with new FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, who will be visiting...< Read more > -
St. Augustine Airport Receives Federal Grant
05/19/09St. Augustine Airport Receives Federal Grant Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07), announced today that the St. Augustine Airport will receive $2.5 million in Federal funding to improve its facilities including...< Read more > -
New Auto Train Station Groundbreaking
05/18/09ew Auto Train Station Groundbreaking Sanford, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07), along with local and state officials, broke ground for a new $10.5 million Auto Train station in Sanford today. "While the new Auto Train...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Emergency Assistance for DeBary
05/15/09Mica Announces Federal Emergency Assistance for DeBary WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) will release...< Read more > -
New Auto Train Station Groundbreaking Signals Stimulus Jobs
05/15/09New Auto Train Station Groundbreaking Signals Stimulus Jobs Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) will lead Amtrak, state and local officials on Monday in a groundbreaking ceremony to launch a new 600-passenger...< Read more > -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Confirms
05/04/09# Transportation Secretary Confirms Federal Commitment to Commuter Rail Washington, D.C. – The President's budget released today confirms the federal commitment to developing commuter rail for Central Florida, according to the...< Read more > -
Statement on the Florida Senate SunRail Vote
05/01/09Statement on the Florida Senate SunRail Vote Congressman John L. Mica Republican Leader House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District)...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Concerned with Growing Deficit
05/01/09Rep. Mica Concerned with Growing Deficit WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) expressed concern regarding the $3.5 trillion federal budget passed by the U.S. House today.< Read more > -
Mica Receives National Rail Award
04/23/09Mica Receives National Rail Award Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Railroad Passengers this week presented U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) with the George Falcon Golden...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Emergency Assistance for DeBary
04/20/09Mica Announces Federal Emergency Assistance for DeBary WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that the Federal Emergency Management...< Read more > -
Mica Commends President's Support for High-Speed Rail
04/16/09Mica Commends President's Support for High-Speed Rail Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement regarding today's...< Read more > -
Orlando Sanford International Airport to Receive
04/02/09* Orlando Sanford International Airport to Receive $3 Million in Stimulus Funds for Runway Improvements U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) today announced that Orlando Sanford International Airport will...< Read more > -
U.S. House of Representatives Passes
03/25/09U.S. House of Representatives Passes St. Augustine 450th Commemoration Commission U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7) – The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation today to establish the St. Augustine 450th Commemoration Commission...< Read more > -
Sanford Amtrak Auto Train Station to Receive Federal Support
03/13/09Sanford Amtrak Auto Train Station to Receive Federal Support WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today applauded Vice President Joe Biden's announcement that out of the $1.3 billion that...< Read more > -
Federal Support for Bethune-Cookman Nursing Program
03/11/09Federal Support for Bethune-Cookman Nursing Program $333,000 for School of Nursing Renovation Project WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance for Volusia County
03/11/09Federal Assistance for Volusia County WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced that the long delayed FY 2009 federal appropriations bill, that has been pending since last October, was signed...< Read more > -
Mica Obtains Federal Support for Putnam County
03/11/09Mica Obtains Federal Support for Putnam County $330,000 for the Children's Advocacy Center WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the Congress has given final approval...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance forFlagler Beach Preservation and Trails Initiative
03/11/09Federal Assistance for Flagler Beach Preservation and Trails Initiative WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that a federal funding....< Read more > -
Federal Assistance for St. Johns County Beach Preservation
03/11/09Federal Assistance for St. Johns County Beach Preservation WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that Congress has given final approval for providing...< Read more > -
Commuter Rail Receives Record Federal Support
03/11/09Commuter Rail Receives Record Federal Support President Obama will sign today an appropriations measure containing strong support to move Florida to the top of federal list for mass transit U.S. Representatives John Mica....< Read more > -
Representative and Mrs. John Mica Participate in the Commissioning of latest Coast Guard Cutter, ALLIGATOR
03/09/09Representative and Mrs. John Mica Participate in the Commissioning of latest Coast Guard Cutter, ALLIGATOR St. Petersburg, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee's Republican...< Read more > -
A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway Awarded Federal Funds
03/05/09Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway Awarded Federal Funds U.S. Representatives John L. Mica (FL-7th District) announced federal funding for the A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway through...< Read more > -
Mica Applauds Obama Choice for FEMA Administrator
03/04/09Mica Applauds Obama Choice for FEMA Administrator Washington, D.C. – House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Republican Leader, John L. Mica (R-FL), today praised the nomination of W. Craig Fugate to be Administrator...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Emergency Assistance for St Johns County
02/25/092009 Mica Announces Federal Emergency Assistance for St Johns County WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-St. Johns) today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)...< Read more > -
St. Johns County Transportation Program
02/25/09St. Johns County Transportation Program To Receive Federal Boost U.S. Representatives John L. Mica (FL-7th District) today announced that the St. Johns County Council on Aging (SJCOA) has been awarded $ 1,472,500...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance to Improve Crescent City Water Resources
02/25/09Federal Assistance to Improve Crescent City Water Resources WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Putnam) today announced that Crescent City has been awarded $500,000...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Assistance For Firefighters
02/17/09# Mica Announces Assistance For Firefighters Federal Grants for Fire Departments in St. Johns County WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-St. Johns) today announced two federal awards provided under the...< Read more > -
Mica & Brown: Stimulus a Boost to Commuter Rail
02/13/09Mica & Brown: Stimulus a Boost to Commuter Rail Washington, DC – Funding for transit projects in the stimulus package could accelerate the Central Florida Commuter Rail project, according to Congressman John L. Mica (FL-07), the Republican Lead< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Announces New Putnam District Office Location
02/02/09Rep. Mica Announces New Putnam District Office Location WHO: U.S. Congressman John L. Mica Local Officials and Residents WHAT:< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Emergency Assistance for DeBary
01/30/09# Mica Announces Federal Emergency Assistance for DeBary WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) will release $1.2 million to the City of DeBary...< Read more > -
Maitland Receives Grant for Park Development
01/30/09Maitland Receives Grant for Park Development WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Affairs awarded the City of Maitland a Federal grant of $235,200 through the< Read more > -
Mica Seeks Dramatic Change In Stimulus Bill
01/28/09Mica Seeks Dramatic Change In Stimulus Bill U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7), Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, will lead the Floor effort to dramatically alter the proposed...< Read more > -
Volusia County Artist Represents Florida's Seventh Congressional District in the White House
12/23/08Volusia County Artist Represents Florida's Seventh Congressional District in the White House WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R) announced that Volusia County artist Pierre H. Matisse was...< Read more > -
U.S. High-Speed Rail Effort Launched
12/15/08U.S. High-Speed Rail Effort Launched Washington, DC – The U.S. Department of Transportation has taken the next step in bringing true high-speed passenger rail to the United States today, for the first time requesting private sector...< Read more > -
Mica Given Nod as GOP Transportation Leader
12/10/08U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) was elected today to a second term as Republican Leader of the largest committee in the U.S. Congress, ...< Read more > -
Mica Continues to Push for Putnam VA Clinic
11/10/08Mica Continues to Push for Putnam VA Clinic U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7), today, reiterated his strong support for the building of a Veterans Administration (VA) community based outpatient clinic in Putnam County. "On this Veterans Day,...< Read more > -
Mica Works to Help Boys & Girls Club in West Augustine
11/10/08Mica Works to Help Boys & Girls Club in West Augustine U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7) met today with representatives from the Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Florida, Boys & Girls Club of St. Augustine and the West Augustine CRA...< Read more > -
Mica & Congressional Leaders Call for Special Counsel
10/21/08Mica & Congressional Leaders Call for Special Counsel Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) and other Congressional leaders have called on the United States Attorney General to appoint a special counsel or task force...< Read more > -
Mica & Congressional Leaders Call for Special Counsel
10/21/08Mica & Congressional Leaders Call for Special Counsel Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) and other Congressional leaders have called on the United States Attorney General to appoint a special counsel or task force...< Read more > -
Volusia Veterans Visit Nation's Capital and Memorial in Their Honor
09/27/08Volusia Veterans Visit Nation's Capital and Memorial in Their Honor WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) hosted a group of more than 100 Volusia County World War II Veterans this Saturday, September 27th...< Read more > -
Historic Agreement Signed to Complete St. Johns River to the Sea Loop Trail by 2013
09/22/08Historic Agreement Signed to Complete St. Johns River to the Sea Loop Trail by 2013 U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7) presided over a meeting with representatives from five counties today as they signed a historic...< Read more > -
Congressman Mica and Others Break Ground at New Jacksonville Veterans Cemetery
09/21/08Congressman Mica and Others Break Ground at New Jacksonville Veterans Cemetery WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) joined State and other national veterans leaders at a groundbreaking...< Read more > -
Orlando Sanford International Airport to Receive Federal Funding for Upgrades
08/29/08Orlando Sanford International Airport to Receive Federal Funding for Upgrades U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) today announced that Orlando Sanford International Airport will receive....< Read more > -
Pre-WWII Daytona Public Housing is a Goner
08/28/08re-WWII Daytona Public Housing is a Goner U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07), Daytona Beach Housing Authority Executive Director Pete Gamble and other local leaders dedicated.....< Read more > -
Rep. Mica and Officials Review Floodwaters Problem in West Volusia
08/28/08Rep. Mica and Officials Review Floodwaters Problem in West Volusia U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) called together representatives from the St. Johns River Water Management District, Florida Department of Emergency...< Read more > -
Palatka Airport Projects to Boost Economic Opportunities
08/27/08Palatka Airport Projects to Boost Economic Opportunities Palatka, FL – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) today joined other state, local and airport officials to break ground on significant Palatka Municipal Airport infrastructure projects....< Read more > -
VOLUSIA APPROVED FOR FEDERAL INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE
08/27/08VOLUSIA APPROVED FOR FEDERAL INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) announced early Tuesday evening that the White House just declared Volusia County a disaster area following...< Read more > -
Representative Mica calls on President Bush for Storm Damage Assistance
08/25/08Representative Mica calls on President Bush for Storm Damage Assistance U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) today called on the Bush Administration to expedite a federal declaration that would...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Calls on Speaker Pelosi to Act on Energy Crisis
08/20/08Rep. Mica Calls on Speaker Pelosi to Act on Energy Crisis WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) returned to the floor of the House of Representatives to rejoin....< Read more > -
Sanford Auto Train Station to Undergo Significant Renovations
08/19/08Sanford Auto Train Station to Undergo Significant Renovations Sanford, FL – In a meeting with U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-07) and officials from the Florida Department of Transportation, Seminole County,...< Read more > -
Rose Bay Restoration Agreement Reached
08/19/08Rose Bay Restoration Agreement Reached Deland, FL – At an emergency meeting convened by U.S. Reps. John L. Mica (FL-07) and Tom Feeney (FL-24), local leaders tentatively agreed....< Read more > -
Commuter Rail Receives Federal Green Light
08/11/08Commuter Rail Receives Federal Green Light Lake Buena Vista, FL – The Central Florida Commuter Rail project made an important leap forward today when federal officials announced...< Read more > -
Bill Will Help Communities Devastated by Disasters
07/31/082008 Bill Will Help Communities Devastated by Disasters Washington, D.C. – The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee today approved bipartisan legislation to improve the nation's disaster preparedness...< Read more > -
One Voice for Volusia, Focus on Flagler Youth Coalition and the Prevention Coalition of St. John's County Each Receive a $100,000 Federal Grant
07/25/08One Voice for Volusia, Focus on Flagler Youth Coalition and the Prevention Coalition of St. John's County Each Receive a $100,000 Federal Grant WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that the Prevention< Read more > -
Putnam's Buses Recieve Federal Funds
07/17/08Putnam's Buses Recieve Federal Funds WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that Putnam County Ride Solutions will receive $ 742,500 from the U.S. Department of Transportation,...< Read more > -
Mica to Join Local Leaders in Downtown Palatka Revitalization Kickoff
07/11/08Mica to Join Local Leaders in Downtown Palatka Revitalization Kickoff U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7) will join Putnam County leaders in a Downtown Palatka Revitalization Kickoff Ceremony. This revitalization of downtown....< Read more > -
Florida to Pilot New Program to Evaluate and Improve Academic Success in Schools
07/02/082008 FLORIDA TO PILOT NEW PROGRAM TO EVALUATE AND IMPROVE ACADEMIC SUCCESS IN SCHOOLS WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7th)...< Read more > -
Putnam County School District to Receive Funding for Alcohol Abuse Prevention Programs
07/02/08Putnam County School District to Receive Funding for Alcohol Abuse Prevention Programs WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that the Putnam County...< Read more > -
MICA ANNOUNCES SERVICE ACADEMY APPOINTMENTS
06/18/08Wednesday June 18, 2008 MICA ANNOUNCES SERVICE ACADEMY APPOINTMENTS WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7th) today announced appointments to United States service academies. The appointees will...< Read more > -
Commuter Rail Project Boosted by National Study
06/09/08Project Boosted by National Study Commuter Rail proponents will gather in a strategy meeting in support of commuter rail today at the Orlando Internation...< Read more > -
Is Central Florida Prepared for Disaster?
05/19/08s Central Florida Prepared for Disaster? Federal and state emergency leaders, at the request of U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7), will meet with Central Florida officials to assess our region's readiness for any future disasters. With the hurricane seas< Read more > -
Volusia County Veterans Historic Visit to World War II Memorial
05/17/08Volusia County Veterans Historic Visit to World War II Memorial WASHINGTON, D.C. – With a water spray salute, the charter plane carrying over 100 Central Florida veterans arrived early Saturday....< Read more > -
7th District Chmabers of Commerce Fly-In to Nations's Capital
05/15/08May 15, 2003 7TH DISTRICT CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE FLY-IN TO NATION'S CAPITAL REP. MICA ORGANIZES EVENT ATTENDED BY 9 CHAMBERS WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) hosted a Chamber...< Read more > -
Volusia County Homeless and Veterans Forum
02/02/08Volusia County Homeless and Veterans Forum U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7) conducted a forum with representatives of the Department of Veterans Affairs and leaders of Volusia County....< Read more > -
DeBary Creek Bayou Restoration Meeting
01/30/08DeBary Creek Bayou Restoration Meeting U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7) met with State and local officials and residents from the City of DeBary and the Army Corps of Engineers to discuss plans for the restoration of the DeBary Creek Bayou...< Read more > -
Transportation Funds for St. John County for SR 9B Expansion
12/19/07As Congress completes its 2007 session, U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that in the Omnibus Appropriations measure, $500,000 in federal funds was approved to support the expansion of SR 9B....< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Statement Regarding the Commuter Rail Announcement
11/29/07With the announcement of an $491 million agreement between Florida's Department of Transportation (FDOT) and CSX Transportation (CSXT) regarding Central Florida's commuter rail project today, U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL, 7th District) said:< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Responds to Veto by President Bush on Water Resources Legislation
11/02/07U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL), Republican House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Leader said today, "While I've been a strong supporter of many of President Bush's policies, I disagree with his veto of the Water Resources and Development< Read more > -
Overdue Purple Heart Medal Awarded to World War II Veteran
09/10/07U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Deltona) presented Pfc. John P. Firestone with a Purple Heart Medal in honor of his service to our nation. Pfc. Firestone served during World War II as a Light Machine Gunner. He was awarded the Purple Heart...< Read more > -
Volusia and Seminole Counties to Receive Federal Anti-Drug Funds
08/23/07U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced two federal anti-drug grants totaling $168,379 for Volusia and Seminole Counties. The funds will be provided to One Voice for Volusia...< Read more > -
Mica Secures Beach Restoration Funds
08/01/07U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-St. Johns) announced today that several Northeast Florida beach restoration projects have been approved by Congress in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) which passed in the House late Wednesday evening. Projects...< Read more > -
Federal Support for Stetson University
07/31/07U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the U.S. House of Representatives has approved $500,000 in federal support for Stetson University's Sage Hall Science Facility Expansion project in DeLand. The federal assistance is i< Read more > -
Federal Support for Bethune-Cookman University
07/31/07U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the U.S. House of Representatives has approved $150,000 in federal support for the Bethune-Cookman University School of Nursing Enhancement Project in Daytona Beach.< Read more > -
Federal Funds for Orlando Sanford Airport
05/04/07U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District), the Republican Leader of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, today announced that the Orlando Sanford Airport will receive $9,154,452 to extend one of its...< Read more > -
DeLand Receives Disaster Assistance
02/21/07U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the City of DeLand is receiving nearly a million dollars in reimbursement for disaster assistance and debris removal following the 2004 hurricanes.< Read more > -
Mica Congressional Offices Available to Provide Assistance
02/05/07U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced that his 7th Congressional District offices in Volusia County are available to provide assistance to area residents recovering from the February 2nd storm. "I am pleased that the President's prompt Fed< Read more > -
Mica Reviews U.S. Preparations for Post-Castro Cuba Challenges
01/31/07U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL), Republican leader on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, today conducted a closed briefing on federal plans to respond to a potential mass migration from Cuba impacting...< Read more > -
Mica Urges FEMA to Provide Surplus Mobile Homes for Tornado Victims
01/29/07U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) today urged the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide assistance to Central and Northeast Florida following tornadoes....< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Named Republican Leader Of House Transport Committee
12/07/06REP. MICA NAMED REPUBLICAN LEADER OF HOUSE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park, FL) was selected today as the Republican leader of the House Transportation and....< Read more > -
House Approves Florida Defense Funds
09/27/06HOUSE APPROVES FLORIDA DEFENSE FUNDS WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that the House of Representatives has approved $86.6 million for defense activities located in Volusia County,...< Read more > -
Ways & Means Committee: Statement in Support of Tax Reform
09/26/06Ways & Means Committee: Statement in Support of Tax Reform Mr. Chairman, I have been pleased to support the efforts of you and your colleagues on the Committee as you have worked to provide relief to our nation's taxpayers and to reform our Byzanti< Read more > -
Federal Grant for St. Augustine Airport
09/18/06Federal Grant for St. Augustine Airport WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the St. Augustine / St. Johns County Airport will receive a grant totaling $3.36 million in federal support from the Feder< Read more > -
House Approves Orlando VA Hospital
09/13/06Central Florida Veterans Hospital Despite best efforts by the VA to provide comprehensive health care services to aging veterans on a timely and convenient manner, veterans in the Central Florida region...< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Statement On Commuter Rail
08/02/06EP. MICA STATEMENT ON COMMUTER RAIL WASHINGTON, D.C. – With today's announcement of an agreement between the State of Florida and CSX Corp for the purchase of tracks that will be used for commuter rail, U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL, 7th District< Read more > -
Rep. Mica Terror Action Against Israel
07/20/06REP. MICA TERROR ACTION AGAINST ISRAEL WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-St. Johns) announced his support today for H.Res 921, a measure that supports Israel's right to defend itself against the terrorist regimes,...< Read more > -
Murder Spike Pormpts Mica Action
06/22/06MURDER SPIKE PROMPTS MICA ACTION WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica will convene a meeting with federal, State and local law enforcement officials Friday, June 23, 2006 to discuss action relating to the problem of a dramatic...< Read more > -
House Approves Florida Defense Funds
06/21/06HOUSE APPROVES FLORIDA DEFENSE FUNDS $517.8 million for Area Companies WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that the House of Representatives has approved $517.8 million for defense activities located throughout< Read more > -
Transportaion Funds For St. Johns
06/15/06RANSPORTATION FUNDS FOR ST. JOHNS $750,000 for Council on Aging Bus Services WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that initial approval has been granted for $750,000 in federal funds to support public tra< Read more > -
Federal Support For Bethune-Cookman College
06/14/06FEDERAL SUPPORT FOR BETHUNE-COOKMAN COLLEGE $250,000 for School of Nursing Enhancement Project WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that initial approval has been granted for $250,000 in federal support..< Read more > -
Mica To Host 2006 High School Art Contests In Deland And Ponte Verda Beach
04/05/06MICA TO HOST 2006 HIGH SCHOOL ART CONTESTS IN DELAND AND PONTE VEDRA BEACH WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) will hold his Annual "Artistic Discovery" 7th Congressional District Art Competition...< Read more > -
Statement Of Rep. Mica On Leak Of Classified GAO Report
03/17/06STATEMENT OF REP. MICA ON LEAK OF CLASSIFIED GAO REPORT WASHINGTON, DC - As Chairman of the House Aviation Subcommittee and one of the authors of the original legislation creating the Transportation Security Administration,...< Read more > -
Northrop Grumman Recieves Federal Contract
03/09/06NORTHROP GRUMMAN RECEIVES FEDERAL CONTRACT $12.9 million to upgrade EA-6B military aircraft WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-St. Johns County) today announced that Northrop...< Read more > -
Federal Recognition For One Voice For Volusia
02/16/06FEDERAL RECOGNITION FOR ONE VOICE FOR VOLUSIA Executive Director Carrie Garnett Presented Award by U.S. Drug Czar WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Drug Czar John Walters, the White House official who oversees national drug control policy...< Read more > -
Defense Funds For Central Florida
12/22/05DEFENSE FUNDS FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA $48.3 Million for Companies in Flagler, Seminole & Volusia Counties WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that defense contractors in Central Florida will receive...< Read more > -
Transportation Funds For Northeast Florida
11/18/05TRANSPORTATION FUNDS FOR NORTHEAST FLORIDA WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that Northeast Florida will receive $1.5 million in federal funds to support public transit needs in the region. The federal< Read more > -
Federal Assistance for Putnam County Emergency Operations Center
11/17/05FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR PUTNAM COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Putnam) today announced that Congress has given final approval to $150,000 in additional federal support for Putnam....< Read more > -
Beach Restoration Gains Federal Assistance
11/09/05BEACH RESTORATION GAINS FEDERAL ASSISTANCE WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that Congress has given final approval for providing federal assistance to restore the...< Read more > -
Reps. Mica and Manzullo Introduce Trade Reform
11/08/05REPS. MICA AND MANZULLO INTRODUCE TRADE REFORM "U.S. Trade Promotion Act" WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives John L. Mica (R-FL) and Donald A. Manzullo (R-IL) today introduced legislation to reform...< Read more > -
Volusia, St. Johns And Flagger Counties Recieve Anti-Drug Funding
09/21/05VOLUSIA, ST. JOHNS AND FLAGLER COUNTIES RECEIVE ANTI-DRUG FUNDING WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced federal anti-drug grants of $100,000 each for Volusia, St. Johns and Flagler Counties. The funds w< Read more > -
Statement From Rep. John L. Mica Regarding Hurricane Katrina
08/30/052005 STATEMENT FROM REP. JOHN L. MICA REGARDING HURRICANE KATRINA Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who have been affected by Hurricane Katrina. This unprecedented national crisis requires...< Read more > -
Mica Leads First Ever Congressional Delegation To Tibet
08/09/05MICA LEADS FIRST EVER CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO TIBET Presses Chinese Government over a host of issues SHANGHAI, CHINA – Leading an historic, first-ever official U.S. Congressional delegation visit to Tibet, Representative John L. Mica...< Read more > -
Mica Brings Transportation Dollars To Central And Northeast Florida
07/29/05MICA BRINGS TRANSPORTATION DOLLARS TO CENTRAL AND NORTHEAST FLORIDA WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative John L. Mica (7th District - R) today announced that Congress has completed work on legislation that...< Read more > -
Central Florida Defense Industry Recieves Federal Funds
06/21/05CENTRAL FLORIDA DEFENSE INDUSTRY RECEIVES FEDERAL FUNDS Congressman Mica secures $12 million in the FY2006 Defense Appropriations Bill WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) announced today that the...< Read more > -
7th District Chambers Of Commerce Fly-In To Nations Capitol
06/01/057TH DISTRICT CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE FLY-IN TO NATION'S CAPITOL Rep. Mica organizes event attended by 9 chambers WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) hosted a Chamber of Commerce Fly-In to the Washington...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Grant For Ride Solutions
04/18/05MICA ANNOUNCES FEDERAL GRANT FOR RIDE SOLUTIONS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Putnam County) today announced that Putnam County's transit agency, Ride Solutions, has been awarded its first-ever federal...< Read more > -
Central Florida Mass Transit Projects Approved
03/10/05CENTRAL FLORIDA MASS TRANSIT PROJECTS APPROVED $8.9 million allocated for commuter rail stations WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7th-R) announced that two major mass transit projects for Central Florida...< Read more > -
Record Funding For Florida Transportation
03/10/05RECORD FUNDING FOR FLORIDA TRANSPORTATION WASHINGTON, D.C. – By a vote of 417-9, the House today passed a record $284 billion federal highway and transit bill that increases Florida's highway funding by nearly $2.2 billion...< Read more > -
Groundbreaking For VA Clinic Expantion
03/07/05GROUNDBREAKING FOR VA CLINIC EXPANSION DAYTONA BEACH, FL – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) joined veterans leaders and officials from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in breaking ground this morning for...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance Approved For Putnam County Roadways & Rail Trail
03/02/05FEDERAL ASSISTANCE APPROVED FOR PUTNAM COUNTY ROADWAYS & RAIL TRAIL Mica secures $23.5 million in House measure for area projects WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (Putnam-R) announced that key...< Read more > -
Castillo De San Marcos Passes Hurdle
07/08/04CASTILLO DE SAN MARCOS PASSES HURDLE WASHINGTON, D.C. – Legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-St. Johns), "The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument Preservation and Education Act," was passed today by a...< Read more > -
Federal Funds For St. Johns County Beaches
06/25/04FEDERAL FUNDS FOR ST. JOHNS COUNTY BEACHES WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-St. Johns) today announced that the House of Representatives has approved $500,000 in additional federal aid for preserving...< Read more > -
New Airline Passenger Screening Guidelines
06/24/04NEW AIRLINE PASSENGER SCREENING GUIDELINES WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Transportation Security Administration's announcement today of new guidelines by which U.S. airports can choose to use private screening for air passengers...< Read more > -
Federal Funds For Volusia Defense Initiatives
06/22/04FEDERAL FUNDS FOR VOLUSIA DEFENSE INITIATIVES WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Volusia) announced today that the House of Representatives has given preliminary approval of $10 million for Volusia County...< Read more > -
Federal Funding For Volusia Florida National Guard/Army Reserve Center
05/20/04Federal Funding for Volusia Florida National Guard/Army Reserve Center $789,000 authorized for new joint facility in House Defense Bill WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that...< Read more > -
Mica Secures Preliminary Approval For Seminole County Road Projects
04/02/04MICA SECURES PRELIMINARY APPROVAL FOR SEMINOLE COUNTY ROAD PROJECTS $6 million designated in House bill for area projects WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (7th District-R) announced that key highway and trail...< Read more > -
Mica Secures Apporval For Flagler Transportation Funds
04/02/04MICA SECURES APPROVAL FOR FLAGLER TRANSPORTATION FUNDS $9.5 million dedicated for area highway projects WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (Flagler-R) announced that key highway and trail projects in...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance Approved For Putnam County Roadways & Rail
04/02/04FEDERAL ASSISTANCE APPROVED FOR PUTNAM COUNTY ROADWAYS & RAIL TRAIL Mica secures $18.9 million in House bill for area projects WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance Apporved For St. Johns Roadways and Rail Trail
04/02/04FEDERAL ASSISTANCE APPROVED FOR ST. JOHNS ROADWAYS & RAIL TRAIL Mica secures $25 million in House measure for area projects WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (St. Johns-R) announced that key highway and...< Read more > -
Federal Contract For Raydon Corporation $10 Million To Help Support Training Systems
03/19/04FEDERAL CONTRACT FOR RAYDON CORPORATION $10 MILLION TO HELP SUPPORT TRAINING SYSTEMS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that Raydon Corp. in...< Read more > -
Mica Calls For Revitalization Of West St. Augustine
03/12/04MICA CALLS FOR REVITALIZATION OF WEST ST. AUGUSTINE PROPOSALS FOCUS ON QUALITY OF LIFE IMPROVEMENTS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-St. Johns) today called...< Read more > -
Federal Funds For Sparton Defense Electronics
03/05/04FEDERAL FUNDS FOR SPARTON DEFENSE ELECTRONICS $7.6 MILLION TO PROCURE SONOBUOYS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that Sparton Defense Electronics in DeLeon Springs,...< Read more > -
Federal Contract For Northrop Grumman
02/13/04FEDERAL CONTRACT FOR NORTHROP GRUMMAN $48 MILLION TO HELP REPAIR EA-6B MILITARY AIRCRAFT WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-St. Johns County) today announced that Northrop Grumman Systems Corp.< Read more > -
St. Johns Projects Recieve Federal Funds
01/23/04ST. JOHNS PROJECTS RECEIVE FEDERAL FUNDS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-St. Johns) today announced that several important projects in Northeast Florida will receive federal support through a spending...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance Approved For Northeast Florida Projects
01/23/04FEDERAL ASSISTANCE APPROVED FOR NORTHEAST FLORIDA PROJECTS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that several important projects in Northeast Florida will receive federal...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance Approved For Central Florida Projects
01/23/04FEDERAL ASSISTANCE APPROVED FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA PROJECTS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that several important projects in Central Florida will receive federal support...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Anti-Drug Award
12/05/03MICA ANNOUNCES ANTI-DRUG AWARD WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) joined Putnam County elected officials and community leaders today at a luncheon...< Read more > -
Mica Calls For Oxycotin Hearing
12/04/03MICA CALLS FOR OXYCONTIN HEARING WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today requested that a House oversight committee conduct a Congressional hearing in Central Florida to examine the....< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For Volusia Colleges
11/26/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR VOLUSIA COLLEGES $497,040 FOR BETHUNE-COOKMAN; $99,410 FOR DBCC ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY CENTER WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For St. Johns County
11/26/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR ST. JOHNS COUNTY NEARLY $2.5 MILLION FOR GUANA PRESERVE, WASTEWATER SYSTEM, FSDB; FUNDS IN ADDITION TO FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR AREA TRANSPORTATION NEEDS WASHINGTON...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For Volusia Projects
11/25/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR VOLUSIA PROJECTS $1,013,982 FOR VOTRAN; $298,230 FOR DELAND ATHENS THEATRE WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that Votran will receive $1,013,982 and...< Read more > -
Mica Declares Bush Victory On Aviation
11/21/03MICA DECLARES BUSH VICTORY ON AVIATION BILL WASHINGTON, D.C.– After months of stalemate, the Senate today passed H.R. 2115, the FAA Reauthorization Bill. This measure contains $60 billion in critically needed...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For St. Johns County Shoreline
11/18/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR ST. JOHNS COUNTY SHORELINE WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that Congress has given final approval for providing federal assistance to restore the St. Johns...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For Flagler & Volusia Shorelines
11/18/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR FLAGLER & VOLUSIA SHORELINES WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that Congress has given final approval for providing...< Read more > -
Congressman Recieves Transportation Award
11/10/03CONGRESSMAN RECEIVES TRANSPORTATION AWARD WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today was named "Public Official of the Year" by the Florida Public Transportation Association at its annual...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Assistance For Firefighters
11/10/03MICA ANNOUNCES ASSISTANCE FOR FIREFIGHTERS FEDERAL GRANT WILL FOR SOUTHWEST VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Putnam) today announced that the Southwest...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Assistance For Law Enforcement
11/03/03MICA ANNOUNCES ASSISTANCE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT FEDERAL GRANT WILL FUND HIRING OF ADDITIONAL POLICE OFFICERS WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the Flagler County...< Read more > -
Dot Inspector General's Report Shows The Inaccuracy of Union Claims
09/04/03DOT INSPECTOR GENERAL'S REPORT SHOWS THE INACCURACY OF UNION CLAIMS REPORT SHOWS FAA CONTRACT TOWER PROGRAM IS SAFE AND COST EFFECTIVE WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Votran Federal Transit
08/27/03MICA ANNOUNCES VOTRAN FEDERAL TRANSIT AWARDS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that VOTRAN has been awarded two federal grants to purchase buses and conduct engineering...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Assistance For A New Health Center In Pierson
08/26/03MICA ANNOUNCES ASSISTANCE FOR A NEW HEALTH CENTER IN PIERSON WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced the award of a federal grant for a new community health center in the Town of...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For Flagler County Projects
07/28/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR FLAGLER COUNTY PROJECTS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that federal assistance for a number of projects in Flagler County has been given initial...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For St. Johns County Projects
07/25/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR ST. JOHNS COUNTY PROJECTS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that federal assistance for a number of projects in St. Johns County has been given initial...< Read more > -
VA Announces It Will Implement Mica Prescription Drud Proposal
07/24/03VA ANNOUNCES IT WILL IMPLEMENT MICA PRESCRIPTION DRUG PROPOSAL WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today that it will permit veterans to receive prescriptions written...< Read more > -
House Committee To Hear Castillo De San Marcos Bill
07/15/03HOUSE COMMITTEE TO HEAR CASTILLO DE SAN MARCOS BILL WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7th) today announced that the House Resources Committee will conduct a hearing on...< Read more > -
Mica Requests Florida Legislature To Name The I-4/St. Johns River Bridge
06/24/03MICA REQUESTS FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO NAME THE I-4/ST. JOHNS RIVER BRIDGE NEW STRUCTURE WOULD BE CALLED "THE ST. JOHNS RIVER VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative John L. Mica....< Read more > -
Mica Announces $15 Million
06/20/03MICA ANNOUNCES $15 MILLION FEDERAL CONTRACT FOR DELAND COMPANY WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that Technical Products Group, a defense contractor based in DeLand formerly...< Read more > -
Mica Announces FAA Grant for Ormond Beach Airport
06/18/03MICA ANNOUNCES FAA GRANT FOR ORMOND BEACH AIRPORT WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the Ormond Beach Municipal Airport will receive $495,000 from the federal...< Read more > -
Mica Announces $1.7 Million FAA Grant for St. Augustine Airport
06/17/03MICA ANNOUNCES $1.7 MILLION FAA GRANT FOR ST. AUGUSTINE AIRPORT WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the St. Augustine Airport will receive $1,714,996 from the federal...< Read more > -
Mica Requests Hud Takeover of Sandford Housing Authority
06/13/03MICA REQUESTS HUD TAKEOVER OF SANFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7th) today announced that he has asked the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to assume...< Read more > -
Mica Introduces Castillo De San Marcos National Monument Preservation and Education Act
06/12/03MICA INTRODUCES CASTILLO DE SAN MARCOS NATIONAL MONUMENT PRESERVATION AND EDUCATION ACT PROJECT WILL PRESERVE NATION'S OLDEST SEACOAST FORTIFICATION WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L...< Read more > -
Mica Legislation Provides Federal Funds Increase For Central Florida Airports
06/11/03MICA LEGISLATION PROVIDES FEDERAL FUNDS INCREASE FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA AIRPORTS WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today announced that the Orlando Sanford Airport and the Daytona Beach...< Read more > -
Federal Grants for Jacksonville Seaport
06/11/03FEDERAL GRANTS FOR JACKSONVILLE SEAPORT $5,134,032 TO HELP MEET SECURITY NEEDS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th) today announced that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will award over...< Read more > -
Mica Introduces L-1 Visa Legislation
05/19/03MICA INTRODUCES L-1 VISA LEGISLATION BILL CLOSES LOOPHOLE, PROTECTS AMERICAN JOBS WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7th) today introduced legislation aimed at closing a loophole in current...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Service Academy Board Appointments
05/08/03MICA ANNOUNCES SERVICE ACADEMY BOARD APPOINTMENTS WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7th) today announced his appointments to serve on the 7th Congressional District Service Academy Advisory Board.< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For Flagler County Projects
04/28/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR FLAGLER COUNTY PROJECTS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that federal assistance for a number of projects in Flagler County has been given initial..< Read more > -
Mica Plans 7th District Chamber of Commerce Washington Fly-In
03/18/03MICA PLANS 7TH DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WASHINGTON FLY-IN WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John L. Mica (R-7th District) will be hosting a Chamber of Commerce Fly-In to the Nation's Capitol on May 6, 2003.< Read more > -
Mica Announces Start of 2003 High School Congressional Art Competition
03/13/03MICA ANNOUNCES START OF 2003 HIGH SCHOOL CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION Washington, DC -- U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced the start of his Eleventh Annual "Artistic Discovery" 7th...< Read more > -
Federal Grant For Daytona Beach Housing
03/04/03FEDERAL GRANT FOR DAYTONA BEACH HOUSING $17 MILLION TO HELP BUILD 300 NEW PUBLIC HOUSING UNITS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) praised the Bush Administration and HUD...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance For Central Florida Projects
02/13/03FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA PROJECTS WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced federal funds for a number of Central Florida projects that have been given final approval by Congress.< Read more > -
Mica Introduces Veterans Prescription Drug Equity Act
01/09/03MICA INTRODUCES VETERANS PRESCRIPTION DRUG EQUITY ACT FIRST LEGISLATIVE INITIATIVE OF 108th CONGRESS Washington, DC -- U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (FL-7th) introduced the Veterans Prescription Drug Equity Act to...< Read more > -
Mica Announces New Office Opening In St. Augustine
01/03/03MICA ANNOUNCES NEW OFFICE OPENING IN ST. AUGUSTINE Washington, DC -- U.S. Rep. John L. Mica announced today the opening in St. Johns County of a 7th Congressional District office to be located in St. Augustine. The office will open...< Read more > -
Mica Announces $1 Million For Volusia's Water Needs
10/11/02MICA ANNOUNCES $1 MILLION FOR VOLUSIA'S WATER NEEDSFederal Funds Will Preserve Natural ResourcesWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica announced today that the House has approved $1 million to help...< Read more > -
Federal Funds For Deland Athens Theatre
10/10/02FEDERAL FUNDS FOR DELAND ATHENS THEATREWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Volusia) announced today that the House has approved $225,000 to help in the restoration of the historic Athens Theatre in DeLand...< Read more > -
Mica Announces $10.1 Million For Central Florida's High Tech Industry
10/10/02MICA ANNOUNCES $10.1 MILLION FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA'S HIGH TECH INDUSTRYWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica announced today that Congress has approved a defense package which includes $10.1 million...< Read more > -
Federal Funds For Sanford Conference Center
10/08/02FEDERAL FUNDS FOR SANFORD CONFERENCE CENTERCongressman Mica Secures $225,000 in Appropriations MeasureWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) announced today that the House Appropriations...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Grant Funds For Drug Treatment Center
10/07/02MICA ANNOUNCES GRANT FUNDS FOR DRUG TREATMENT CENTERStewart-Marchman Center to Receive $495,095WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that the...< Read more > -
Mica Receives 5 National Awards
09/28/02MICA RECEIVES 5 NATIONAL AWARDSWASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) was recognized by five major pro-taxpayer and small business organizations this past week for his...< Read more > -
Mica Keeps Commuter Rail On Track
09/26/02MICA KEEPS COMMUTER RAIL ON TRACK$8 Million "Moves Us Forward," Mica saysWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Winter Park), Florida's most senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure...< Read more > -
Mica And Keller Introduce Bill To Close Loophole In Public Safety Officers Benefit Program
09/12/02MICA AND KELLER INTRODUCE BILL TO CLOSE LOOPHOLE IN PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS BENEFIT PROGRAMWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representatives John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) and Ric Keller (R-Orlando)...< Read more > -
Deland Company Lands Record Defense Contractors
09/12/02DELAND COMPANY LANDS RECORD DEFENSE CONTRACTSU.S. Army Contracts could total $88 MillionWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that Intellitec, a defense contractor based...< Read more > -
Mica Announces New Air Service For Orlando & Jacksonville International Airports
09/12/02MICA ANNOUNCES NEW AIR SERVICE FOR ORLANDO & JACKSONVILLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTSWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park), the Chairman of the House Aviation Subcommittee, today...< Read more > -
Mica Secures Federal Approval For Emergency Punping Of Floodwaters
08/27/02MICA SECURES FEDERAL APPROVAL FOR EMERGENCY PUMPING OF FLOODWATERSWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-7th District) today announced that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)...< Read more > -
Mica Calls For Interstate Traffic Safety Plan
08/19/02MICA CALLS FOR INTERSTATE TRAFFIC SAFETY PLANWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today proposed a 7-Point Action Plan to address the recent rash of serious, deadly truck and tanker crashes which..< Read more > -
Mica and Wuellner Meet With U.S. Transportation Secretary Mineta
08/08/02MICA AND WUELLNER MEET WITH U.S. TRANSPORTATION SECRETARY MINETAWASHINGTON, DC -- Congressman John L. Mica, Chairman of the U.S. House Aviation Subcommittee, and St. Augustine/St. Johns County...< Read more > -
Mica Announces New Funding For Orlando International Airport
07/26/02MICA ANNOUNCES NEW FUNDING FOR ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTWASHINGTON, DC -- Congressman John L. Mica, Chairman of the US House Aviation Subcommittee, today announced two federal grants for...< Read more > -
Federal Funds For Orlando Sanford Airport
07/11/02FEDERAL FUNDS FOR ORLANDO SANFORD AIRPORTMica Announces Funds For Noise MigrationWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park), Chairman of the House Aviation Subcommittee, today announced that..< Read more > -
Federal Funds For Orlando Sanford Airport
07/11/02FEDERAL FUNDS FOR ORLANDO SANFORD AIRPORT Mica Announces Funds For Noise Migration WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park), Chairman of the House Aviation Subcommittee, today announced that the...< Read more > -
Federal Funds For Central Florida Simulation & Defense Initiatives
06/27/02FEDERAL FUNDS FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA SIMULATION & DEFENSE INITIATIVESCongressman Mica Secures $6 Million in FY 2003 Defense Appropriations BillWASHINGTON, D.C. – million for Cent...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Air Service Grant For Daytona Beach International Airport
06/26/02MICA ANNOUNCES AIR SERVICE GRANT FOR DAYTONA BEACH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that the Daytona Beach International Airport..< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Contract For Deland Company
05/29/02MICA ANNOUNCES FEDERAL CONTRACT FOR DELAND COMPANYWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that Intellitec, a defense contractor based in DeLand, is being awarded a $3,210,350...< Read more > -
University of Central Florida Awarded Federal Designation
05/24/02UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA AWARDED FEDERAL DESIGNATIONUCF's Center for Advanced Transportation Systems Simulation Will Receive $2 Million in Federal FundsWASHINGTON, DC – The Chairman of the U.S. House Aviation...< Read more > -
Additional Funds Approved For Central Florida Hidta
05/20/02ADDITIONAL FUNDS APPROVED FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA HIDTAWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today announced that Central Florida's annual High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) budget...< Read more > -
Statement of Rep. John L. Mica, Chaiman, House Aviation Subcommittee On Selection Of Jacksonville International Airport As TSA Site For Aviation Security
05/13/022002STATEMENT OF REP. JOHN L. MICA, CHAIRMAN, HOUSE AVIATION SUBCOMMITTEE ON SELECTION OF JACKSONVILLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AS TSA SITE FOR AVIATION SECURITY"Jacksonville...< Read more > -
Defense Contracts Awarded to Volusia Companies
02/26/022002DEFENSE CONTRACTS AWARDED TO VOLUSIA COMPANIESWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) announced today that two leading Volusia companies have landed defense contracts worth nearly $46 million.< Read more > -
Statement of Congressman Mica on the President's Recess Appointment of Aviation Security Czar
01/07/02Statement of Congressman Mica on the President's Recess Appointment of Aviation Security Czar"I am pleased that President Bush has taken this action to allow John Magaw to immediately assume the responsibilities...< Read more > -
Mica Asks President Bush For Recess Appointment Of Aviation Security Czar
12/27/01MICA ASKS PRESIDENT BUSH FOR RECESS APPOINTMENT OF AVIATION SECURITY CZAR U.S. Rep. John L. Mica, R-FL, Chairman of the House Aviation Subcommittee, called on..< Read more > -
Volusia Defense Contractors Land Record Defense Appropriations
12/21/01VOLUSIA DEFENSE CONTRACTORS LAND RECORD DEFENSE APPROPRIATIONS WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) announced today that two Volusia-based defense contractors could receive record funding..< Read more > -
Mica Introduces Amtrak "Spinoff" Bill
12/20/01MICA INTRODUCES AMTRAK "SPINOFF" BILL WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Congressman John L. Mica (R-FL), a senior member on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, introduced legislation that may force the liquidation...< Read more > -
Volusia Colleges Receive Federal Assistance
12/20/01Volusia Colleges Receive Federal Assistance WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that Stetson University and Daytona Beach Community College (DBCC) will receive federal assistance included..< Read more > -
Mica Sponsers Legislation to Fight the Proliferation and Trafficking of Club Drugs
07/20/01Mica Sponsors Legislation to Fight the Proliferation and Trafficking of Club Drugs WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) introduced legislation today to provide new federal resources and funds...< Read more > -
Mica Supports Compromise on Proposed Offshore Drilling Site
07/02/01Mica Supports Compromise on Proposed Offshore Drilling Site WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) expressed his support for a compromise that was offered today by the United States Department of Interior...< Read more > -
Volusia Federal Transit Assistance DeLand Intermodal Facility and Votran May Receive $5.5 Million
06/20/01Volusia Federal Transit Assistance DeLand Intermodal Facility and VOTRAN may receive $5.5 million WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that $5.5 million in federal assistance..< Read more > -
Congressman John L. Mica's Statement Regarding the Exploration of Oil and Natural Gas in the Gulf of Mexico
06/18/01Congressman John L. Mica's Statement regardingthe exploration of oil and natural gasin the Gulf of MexicoMy Word, Orlando Sentinel June 18, 2001Contrary to recent media accounts, I remain opposed to oil drilling within 100- miles of Florida's..< Read more > -
Federal Funds for LYNX
05/11/01Federal Funds for LYNX WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today announced that the Federal Transit Administration is granting $4.1 million in federal funds to LYNX. "These funds will assist in improving...< Read more > -
Federal Assistance for Daytona Beach Airport
05/01/01Federal Assistance for Daytona Beach Airport Innovative Financing Program Will Save Local Taxpayer Funds WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that the Daytona Beach International Airport...< Read more > -
Mica Announces New Zip Code For Port Orange Will Take Effect July 1
04/12/01Mica Announces New Zip Code For Port Orange Will Take Effect July 1 WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) today announced that the U.S. Postal Service has agreed...< Read more > -
DeLand Citizens Named to Judicial Nominating Commission
04/06/01DeLand Citizens Named to Judicial Nominating Commission WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia County) announced that DeLand residents Harlan L. "Butch" Paul and James W. Carter will serve on the...< Read more > -
Embry-Riddle taped AS faa Center of Excellece for General Aviation
03/30/01Embry-Riddle tapped as FAA Center of Excellence for General Aviation WASHINGTON, DC – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) as the lead of a team that will form the new..< Read more > -
Mica Named Aviation Chairman
01/31/01MICA NAMED AVIATION CHAIRMAN WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative Don Young (R-AK), the Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, today named Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park, FL) to serve..< Read more > -
Stetson University Receives Congressional Holiday Gift
12/22/00Stetson University Receives Congressional Holiday Gift WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today announced that Stetson University will receive a $276,000 federal appropriation in legislation signed into law this week.< Read more > -
Grove Drug Treatment Center Receives Congressional Holiday Gift
12/22/00Grove Drug Treatment Center Receives Congressional Holiday Gift WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today announced that The Grove Counseling Center...< Read more > -
Senator Paula Hawkins To Be Inducted into Florida Women's Hall of Fame
11/21/00Senator Paula Hawkins To Be Inducted into Florida Women's Hall of Fame TALLAHASSEE, FL – Former U.S. Senator Paula Hawkins will be inducted into the Florida Women's Hall of Fame at 5:30 pm today. She was nominated by...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Contract for DeLand Company
11/06/00Mica Announces Federal Contract for DeLand Company WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Volusia) today announced that Intellitec, a defense contractor based in DeLand, is being awarded..< Read more > -
Mica Secures Commuter Rail Funds
10/23/00MICA SECURES COMMUTER RAIL FUNDS $3 Million "Moves Us Forward," Mica Says As $20 Million in Remaining Light Rail Funds Lost WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) announced today that he has..< Read more > -
Embry-Riddle Aviation Initiative To Receive Federal Funds
10/20/00EMBRY-RIDDLE AVIATION INITIATIVE TO RECEIVE FEDERAL FUNDS Mica Secures Funds Allowing Florida to Participate in NASA Program WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) announced today that Congress...< Read more > -
Lively Arts Center Receives Federal Support
10/19/00Lively Arts Center Receives Federal Support Mica Obtains $430,000 in Appropriations Bill WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) announced today that Congress has approved $430,000 for the design and construction of a Lively< Read more > -
Representatives John L. Mica and Lucille Roybal-Allard Introduce Bill to Fight Underage Drinking
09/06/00Representatives John L. Mica and Lucille Roybal-Allard Introduce Bill to Fight Underage Drinking Today, Congressman John L. Mica (R-FL) and Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA) introduced the National Media Campaign to..< Read more > -
Mica Secures National Recongnition For Local Events
05/31/00MICA SECURES NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR LOCAL EVENTS Apopka Art & Foliage Festival, DeBary Hall Spring Festival, Orange City Blue Spring Manatee Festival, Daytona 500, and Eldora House Restoration Designated as Local Legacies by Library of Congress.< Read more > -
Central Florida Simulation Initiatives To Expand With $9 Million In Federal Funds
04/19/00July 19, 2000 CENTRAL FLORIDA SIMULATION INITIATIVES TO EXPAND WITH $9 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDS Congressman Mica Secures Fund Increase in FY 2001 Defense Appropriations Bill WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. John L...< Read more > -
Mica Requests Federal Aid For Regional Emergency Shelter
04/11/00MICA REQUESTS FEDERAL AID FOR REGIONAL EMERGENCY SHELTER Proposed Central Florida Facility Would Be Built in Deltona WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) testified today..< Read more > -
Mica Announces Federal Funds Increase for Central Florida Airports
03/03/00Mica Announces Federal Funds Increase for Central Florida Airports WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John L. Mica (R-Winter Park) today announced that the Orlando Sanford Airport...< Read more > -
Federal Initiative Boosts Central Florida's Simulation Industry
10/26/99October 26, 1999 FEDERAL INITIATIVE BOOSTS CENTRAL FLORIDA'S SIMULATION INDUSTRY President Signs FY 2000 Defense Appropriations Bill into Law WASHINGTON, D.C.< Read more > -
Mica Secures $300,000 In Federal Funds For Central Florida Emergency Shelter
10/14/99October 14, 1999 MICA SECURES $300,000 IN FEDERAL FUNDS FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA EMERGENCY SHELTER Shelter to be established in Edgewater will also double as community center.< Read more > -
Mica Announces $10.5 Million For Central Florida's High-Tech Indusrty
10/13/99October 23, 1999 MICA ANNOUNCES $10.5 MILLION FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA'S HIGH-TECH INDUSTRY WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica announced today that the House has approved a defense package which includes $10½ million...< Read more > -
Mica Hosts 1999 High School Congressional Art Competition
05/11/99May 11, 1999 MICA HOSTS 1999 HIGH SCHOOL CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION Washington, DC -- U.S. Rep. John L. Mica announced today the Seventh Annual "Artistic Discovery" 7th Congressional District Art Competition Reception for high school students..< Read more > -
Mica Announces $10 Million For Central Florida's High-Tech Indusrty
04/22/99July 22, 1999 MICA ANNOUNCES $10 MILLION FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA'S HIGH-TECH INDUSTRY WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica announced today that the House has approved a defense package which includes $10 million...< Read more > -
Mica Introduces Bill To Include Slovakia In Nato
03/03/99March 3, 1999 MICA INTRODUCES BILL TO INCLUDE SLOVAKIA IN NATO Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. John L. Mica introduced a resolution today asking Congress to include the Republic of Slovakia in the next round of admission to the North Atlantic Treaty..< Read more > -
Mica Announces Reserve Military Trainaing Complex in Sanford
09/28/98U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) today announced Congressional approval of initial funding for a proposed joint military training complex to be built at the Orlando Sanford Airport in Sanford, Florida.< Read more > -
Mica Announces Record $4 Million in Assistance for Ponce Inlet Stabilization
09/28/98U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today announced that the House of Representatives approved a total of $4 million for an 800 foot north jetty extension at Ponce Inlet in Volusia County.< Read more > -
Mica Announces $5 Million For Orlando Live Fire Testing and Training Iniative
09/28/98U.S. Rep. John L. Mica announced today that Congress, in a vote of confidence in the Live Fire Testing and Training Initiative (LFT&TI), has expanded its support for this Orlando program.< Read more > -
Mica Honored with Award from the Military Association
09/23/98U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today received the "L. Mendel Rivers Award for Legislative Action" recognizing his active participation in military and veterans issues.< Read more > -
Mica Announces a New Veteran Outpatient Clinic for Seminole County
09/10/98U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today announced the approval of a new veterans outpatient clinic to open in Sanford this Fall. "I am pleased that Seminole County's veterans will soon have more convenient access to health care.< Read more > -
Mica Announces Record Amount of Assistance for Ponce Inlet Stabilization
06/11/98U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today announced that House Energy & Water Appropriations Subcommittee approved a total of $4,034,000 million for an 800 foot north jetty extension at Ponce Inlet in Volusia County. "I am pleased that the House has displayed this com< Read more > -
Mica Helps Move More Transportation Dollars to Central Florida's Roads and Bridges
05/22/98Central Florida's three term U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today voted in favor the "Transportation Efficiency Act for the 21st Century" (TEA21) legislation, which was approved by the entire House of Representatives by a vote of...< Read more > -
Mica Introduces Bill to Stop Teenaged "Drugged Driving"
05/06/98U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today introduced the "DRUG FREE TEENAGE DRIVER'S ACT," a bill which establishes two programs designed to bring about drug free teenage driving. "This bill sends a strong message to teenagers:< Read more > -
Mica Opposes Certifying Mexica as Ally in War on Drugs
02/26/98U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-FL) released the following statement today asking the President not to certify Mexico as cooperating in the war on drugs. He indicated that if the President does certify Mexico, he would introduce legislation...< Read more > -
Mica Pleased by Offer of Federal Assistance
02/24/98U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today commended the Federal Emergency Management Administration for extending disaster assistance coverage to all of Central Florida impacted by the tornadoes. "I am pleased that FEMA is responding so quickly to our need...< Read more > -
Navy Contract Keeps Sparton Plant Busy, Mica Announces
02/19/98U.S. House Rep. John L. Mica (R-FL) today announced a $16.5 million contract for Sparton Defense Electronics of DeLeon Springs, Florida. "Clearly, the situation our country faces today with Iraq highlights the need for the kind of surveillance expertise..< Read more > -
Mica Gets Promise of Assistance from Latin American Countries to Assist in Release of New Tribes Mission Hostages
11/13/97U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today revealed that he has received phone calls from the Foreign Ministers of Colombia and Mexico relaying their commitment to assist in release of the three New Tribes Mission hostages which have been held for almost five years.< Read more > -
Mica Announces Funding for Restoration of Eldora House at Canaveral National Shore
10/24/97The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the final version of the FY98 Interior Appropriations Bill, containing $200,000 of funding to complete the restoration and rehabilitation of Eldora State House...< Read more > -
Mica Announces Largest Federal Funding Grant for Lynx Rail Project
10/09/97Central Florida's three term U.S. Rep. John L. Mica has convinced Federal appropriators to set aside $35.8 million to fund transit projects in Central Florida.< Read more > -
Mica Announces Funding for Ocean Center Facility and Votran Buses
10/07/97U.S. Rep. John L. Mica announced today that the House-Senate Transportation Appropriations Conference approved $2 million for the Ocean Center Intermodal Facility and $2 million for the purchase of new buses.< Read more > -
Mica Announces Volusia County Water Projects
09/30/97U.S. Rep. John L. Mica today announced that Conference Report on Energy & Water Appropriations was approved by the House of Representatives, containing a total of $3,925,000 million for Volusia County water projects.< Read more > -
Congressional Approval of Funding for Central Florida's War Against Drugs
09/17/97"I would like to thank the authors of this bill for their work in increasing funding for drug enforcement activities. "One million dollars in funding for the designation of Central Florida as a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA)...< Read more > -
UNITED STATES POLICY REGARDING HAITI
10/27/93UNITED STATES POLICY REGARDING HAITI Mr. MICA. Mr. Speaker, first, I want to thank the gentleman from Georgia [Mr. Hutchinson] for bringing this matter before the House. I come from the State of Florida. I wanted to discuss with the gentleman...< Read more >