
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.
HYDE-SMITH SUPPORTS BILL TO STOP IMPORTERS FROM GETTING REJECTED FOOD, PRODUCTS TO U.S. CONSUMERS
HYDE-SMITH SUPPORTS BILL TO STOP IMPORTERS FROM GETTING REJECTED FOOD, PRODUCTS TO U.S. CONSUMERS
Cosponsors Bill to Expand FDA Authority to Destroy Products that Fail to Meet U.S. Health & Safety Standards
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today announced that she has cosponsored legislation to crack down on the re-importation of products, including food, previously rejected by the federal inspectors as harmful.
The Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act (S.3213) would...
HYDE-SMITH SUPPORTS SWEEPING AFFORDABLE HOUSING LEGISLATION
HYDE-SMITH SUPPORTS SWEEPING AFFORDABLE HOUSING LEGISLATION
Senate Approves 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, Includes Hyde-Smith Priorities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), chair of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (T-HUD) Appropriations Subcommittee, today voted for a sweeping housing affordability measure that includes priority reforms she’s supported to address housing needs in rural America.
The 21st Century ROAD (Renewing Opportunity in...
HYDE-SMITH, COLLEAGUES ASK LABOR DEPT. TO DITCH DEMOCRAT HEAT RULE PROPOSAL
HYDE-SMITH, COLLEAGUES ASK LABOR DEPT. TO DITCH DEMOCRAT HEAT RULE PROPOSAL
Senator Trash Biden-era OSHA Plan as Overbearing, Costly and Impracticable for Businesses and Workers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today added her voice to calls for the U.S. Department of Labor to drop an overbearing proposed heat rule written by the Biden administration and instead develop pragmatic solutions for businesses to follow to protect their workers from heat-related hazards.
H...
Merkley, Bentz introduce bill to expand RFS definition of renewable biomass
Biomass Magazine
Merkley, Bentz introduce bill to expand RFS definition of renewable biomass
BY Erin Krueger
The Wildfire Reduction Market Expansion Act of 2026 was introduced in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate on July 22. The bill aims to expand the Renewable Fuel...
FERC Commissioners Defend Large-Load Interconnection Orders, Back Hydropower Licensing Streamlining Before Senate Energy Panel
Daily Energy Insider
FERC Commissioners Defend Large-Load Interconnection Orders, Back Hydropower Licensing Streamlining Before Senate Energy Panel
U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources | Oversight Hearing — July 22, 2026
AI Assisted Summary | July 22, 2026
All five members of...
Southern Pine delegates attend 2026 Cooperative Youth Tour in DC
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Southern Pine delegates attend 2026 Cooperative Youth Tour in DC

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Five high school juniors representing Southern Pine Electric Cooperative recently joined 78 other students from across Mississippi for the 2026 Cooperative Youth...