John Mica

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John Mica
John Mica
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Florida's 7th district
Incumbent
Assumed office 
January 3, 1993–
Preceded by Sam Gibbons
Born January 27, 1943 (1943-01-27) (age 65)
Binghamton, New York
Political party Republican
Spouse Patricia Mica
Religion Episcopalian

John L. Mica (born January 27, 1943), American politician, has been a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives since 1993, representing Florida's 7th congressional district (map).

Mica was born in Binghamton, New York, was educated at Miami Edison High School, Miami-Dade Community College and the University of Florida. He is a member of Delta Chi Fraternity. Mica had been a businessman, a member of the Florida House of Representatives, and a staff member for Senator Paula F. Hawkins before entering the House of Representatives. He is the brother of former Representative Daniel A. Mica. Mica is well-known for being a strong supporter of Amtrak reform.[citation needed]

Contents

[edit] Committee Assignments

  • Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (Ranking Member)
    • Ex Officio of:
      • Subcommittee on Aviation
      • Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
      • Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management
      • Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
      • Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
      • Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
  • Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
    • Subcommittee on Domestic Policy
    • Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Post Office and The District of Columbia
  • Coast Guard Academy Board of Visitors
  • Kennedy Center Board of Trustees

[edit] Election 2004

Mica ran unopposed in 2004 and was reelected.

[edit] Election 2006

Main article: Florida U.S. House election, 2006

Despite the huge gains made by Democrats during the 2006 elections, Mica's seat remained safe. Jack Chagnon, a former teacher and Marine officer, launched a tough campaign, but was unable to unseat the conservative incumbent in this heavily Republican district. Mica's base salary in Congress is $165,000. His financial disclosure sheet for 2005 showed assets of between $2.6 and $4.7 million, additional income between $37,000 and $130,000.

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Preceded by
Sam Gibbons		 Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Florida's 7th congressional district
1993–Present		 Succeeded by
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