Senator Hyde-Smith knows dependence on foreign oil poses economic and national security risks for the United States. The Senator supports responsible exploration and production of Mississippi’s and the nation’s energy resources, including the development of new technologies to support the production of biofuels and other energy sources.
Senator Hyde-Smith understands the importance of conservation and good stewardship of our natural resources. She supports balanced and responsible resource management policies to ensure Mississippi’s forests, wetlands, and coastal region remain assets for future generations to enjoy.
MISSISSIPPIANS NEED A REFORMED, SOLVENT FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM
MISSISSIPPIANS NEED A REFORMED, SOLVENT FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM
By U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.)
In the middle of hurricane season, the federal government is again days away from allowing the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to lapse.
Over the past 50 years, the NFIP has reduced flood risks and helped Mississippi families, communities and businesses recover from the financial burdens caused by flooding.
Congress needs to act before July 31 to ensure the NFIP doesn’t expire...
HYDE-SMITH: USDA APPROVES $3.27 MILLION FOR INFRASTUCTURE UPGRADES IN LAUDERDALE & SUNFLOWER COUNTIES
HYDE-SMITH: USDA APPROVES $3.27 MILLION FOR INFRASTUCTURE UPGRADES IN LAUDERDALE & SUNFLOWER COUNTIES
USDA Rural Development Offers Loan & Grants for Water, Wastewater Upgrades in Rural Mississippi
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a total of $3.27 million in loan and grant funding to upgrade water infrastructure in rural Lauderdale and Sunflower counties.
Hyde-Smith, who serves on the Senate...
HYDE-SMITH HELPS SENATE ADVANCE FIRST FY2019 APPROPRIATIONS BILLS
HYDE-SMITH HELPS SENATE ADVANCE FIRST FY2019 APPROPRIATIONS BILLS
Senate Approves Three Bills That Will Aid Miss. Infrastructure, Veterans, and Library of Congress Outreach to Schools
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith today voted with her Senate colleagues to approve the first series of appropriations bills for the 2019 fiscal year, including measures to fund Army Corps of Engineers activities in Mississippi and increase funding for veterans’ programs.
The Senate voted 86-5...
Army Corps Head: Pumps ‘absolutely essential’
WJTV-TV Jackson
Army Corps Head: Pumps ‘absolutely essential’
Local News
JACKSON, Miss (WJTV)— For years, people in the Mississippi Delta have been asking for some sort of relief from what appears to be annual flooding–right around the planting season.
Now, it seems the solution they wanted...
Sens. Marco Rubio and Cindy Hyde-Smith: Congress should 'see the light,' make daylight saving time permanent
Fox News
OPINION
Sens. Marco Rubio and Cindy Hyde-Smith: Congress should 'see the light,' make daylight saving time permanent
By Sen. Marco Rubio, Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith | Fox News
This Sunday, 97 percent of Americans will be forced to change their clocks once again, “springing forward” an hour...
Secretary of the Interior commits to make needed repairs in Vicksburg National Military Park
Vicksburg Post
Secretary of the Interior commits to make needed repairs in Vicksburg National Military Park
By Tim Reeves
WASHINGTON — It now appears the full weight of the federal government is behind making immediate repairs to the significant erosion and storm-related damage within the...