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.
NOMINEE ACCEPTS HYDE-SMITH INVITE TO MISSISSIPPI TO ASSESS FLOOD DAMAGE ON WILDLIFE REFUGES, NATIONAL PARKS
NOMINEE ACCEPTS HYDE-SMITH INVITE TO MISSISSIPPI TO ASSESS FLOOD DAMAGE ON WILDLIFE REFUGES, NATIONAL PARKS
Video: Senator Hyde-Smith highlights flood damage in Mississippi for nominee Robert Wallace.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today gained a commitment from the likely new head of the agency overseeing the nation’s national parks and wildlife refuges to visit Mississippi to assess flood damage to national wildlife refuges in the state.
Hyde-Smith sought the...
HYDE-SMITH STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF SENATOR THAD COCHRAN
HYDE-SMITH STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF SENATOR THAD COCHRAN
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement regarding the passing of U.S. Senator Thad Cochran (R-Miss.):
“Mississippi has suffered a tremendous loss today. Senator Thad Cochran was an incredible leader and a most respected member of the United States Senate. My colleagues who served with him consistently speak of him with such high regard. So many have said to me that he was truly...
HYDE-SMITH INTRODUCES BILL TO HELP PRIVATE FOREST OWNERS RECOVER FROM DISASTERS
HYDE-SMITH INTRODUCES BILL TO HELP PRIVATE FOREST OWNERS RECOVER FROM DISASTERS
A Third of Forest Land in the U.S. is Held by Family Landowners, Who Find Limited Options Following Loss of Timber to Natural Disasters
WASHINGTON, D.C. – With one-third of forest land in the United States held by family owners who currently have little recourse for relief following floods, wildfires, and other disasters, U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) has introduced legislation to amend the tax code to...
Funds Squared Away for Restoration on Ship Island
WXXV-TV Gulfport
Funds Squared Away for Restoration on Ship Island
By Erikka Miller
Federal funds have been landed to continue restoration work on Ship Island.
US senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has just announced that more than $56 million dollars has been allocated to carry out phases three and...
Senator Hyde-Smith: $56.6 Million Boost for Ship Island Restoration
Dredging Today
Senator Hyde-Smith: $56.6 Million Boost for Ship Island Restoration
Dredging Today
Mississippi Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has announced the award of a $56.6 million contract to carry out Phases 3 and 4 of a barrier island restoration project on Ship Island.
The U.S. Army Corps of...
Possible legal action over the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway
WMJY-FM, Biloxi
Possible legal action over the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway
By Kelly Bennett
Biloxi Mayor Andrew Gilich says he and other coastal leaders are exploring the possibility of taking legal action against those responsible for the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway, which...