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Senator Hyde-Smith understands the importance of education to ensure a better future for Mississippi children and their ability to be part of an economically-strong state.  The Senator believes in the importance of state and local control of public education, while recognizing the role of the federal government to support educational achievement across the country.

Senator Hyde-Smith is also supportive of the significant federal research and development initiatives involving Mississippi institutions of higher learning—work that, among other things, improves American competitiveness, national security and agricultural production.


HYDE-SMITH, WICKER HONOR DELTA STATE CENTENNIAL WITH U.S. SENATE RESOLUTION

HYDE-SMITH, WICKER HONOR DELTA STATE CENTENNIAL WITH U.S. SENATE RESOLUTION

Miss. Senators Introduce Commemorative Resolution in Conjunction with University’s Celebration

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) today introduced a Senate resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of the founding of Delta State University in conjunction with the launch of the school’s year-long centennial celebration next week.

The resolution (S.Res.489) remarks on...

HYDE-SMITH, COLLEAGUES RECOMMEND CHARLIE KIRK FOR AMERICAN HEROES GARDEN

HYDE-SMITH, COLLEAGUES RECOMMEND CHARLIE KIRK FOR AMERICAN HEROES GARDEN

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) is among 15 Senators who this week recommended the inclusion of Charlie Kirk, the fallen founder of Turning Point USA, in the National Garden of American Heroes.

The lawmakers, led by U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.), issued their recommendation in a letter to President Trump, citing Kirk’s historic contributions to the nation and American democracy.

“Char...

HYDE-SMITH BLASTS SCHUMER’S ‘RECKLESS & DANGEROUS’ GAMES AS SHUTDOWN ENTERS FOURTH WEEK

HYDE-SMITH BLASTS SCHUMER’S ‘RECKLESS & DANGEROUS’ GAMES AS SHUTDOWN ENTERS FOURTH WEEK

Miss. Senator Says Republicans Ready to Work, Questions When Senate Democrats Will Be

102225 Shutdown Day 22
VIDEO:  Senator Hyde-Smith Knocks Senate Democrats as Government Shutdown Enters Fourth Week.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today castigated Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for pulling “reckless and dangerous” political stunts instead of allowing Senators to vote to end a harmful federal...

Ted Cruz, Eli Crane Lead Effort to Require Only Citizens Vote

The Daily Signal

Ted Cruz, Eli Crane Lead Effort to Require Only Citizens Vote

By Fred Lucas

A group of Republican lawmakers, led by Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas and Rep. Eli Crane of Arizona, is joining the effort to promote a rule to require proof of citizenship on federal voter registration forms. 

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FAITH MONTH

FAITH MONTH

Congressional Record Vol. 170, No. 68
(Senate - April 18, 2024) PDF

Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, Americans across the country, 
led by Concerned Women for America, CWA--the Nation's largest public 
policy organization for women--and other faith-based organizations will 
again...

FAITH MONTH

FAITH MONTH

Congressional Record Vol. 171, No. 65
(Senate - April 10, 2025) PDF

Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, Faith Month is designated 
every April, bringing together people of faith in prayer, thanksgiving, 
and celebration of their faith. I embrace this special month and 
commend Concerned...