Senator Hyde-Smith believes preparedness is imperative to protecting lives and property when severe storms and natural disasters hit Mississippi and other areas of the country. A state-level lawmaker when Hurricane Katrina devastated the state, she recognizes the role of the federal government in helping individuals, communities, and the state rebound after such disasters. Senator Hyde-Smith supports the Federal Emergency Management Agency and efforts to improve the agency’s effectiveness.
HYDE-SMITH REPORTS ALMOST $60 MILLION APPROVED FOR DISASTER RECOVERY IN MISS.
HYDE-SMITH REPORTS ALMOST $60 MILLION APPROVED FOR DISASTER RECOVERY IN MISS.
FEMA Public Assistance Grants Associated with Winter Storm Fern, Tropical Storm Arthur Recovery
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today reported the approval of almost $60 million in grant awards to reimburse dozens of Mississippi counties, cities, and organizations for recovery efforts from Winter Storm Fern.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved 37 different Public...
HYDE-SMITH, COLLEAGUES PROMOTE BILL TO CODIFY NOAA COOPERATIVE RESEARCH PROGRAM INVOLVING MISS. SCHOOLS
HYDE-SMITH, COLLEAGUES PROMOTE BILL TO CODIFY NOAA COOPERATIVE RESEARCH PROGRAM INVOLVING MISS. SCHOOLS
Mississippi State University & USM Would Both Benefit from Cooperative Institute Act of 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today joined colleagues in promoting bipartisan legislation they introduced to ensure the future of a long-standing National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) program that involves Mississippi universities in academic research...
MISS. LAWMAKERS APPLAUD TRUMP FOR APPROVING MAJOR DISASTER DECLARATION FOR MISSISSIPPI
MISS. LAWMAKERS APPLAUD TRUMP FOR APPROVING MAJOR DISASTER DECLARATION FOR MISSISSIPPI
Eight Counties Included in Disaster Declaration Linked to Tropical Storm Arthur
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and U.S. Representatives Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.), Trent Kelly (R-Miss.), Michael Guest (R-Miss.), and Mike Ezell (R-Miss.) today applauded President Trump for approving Mississippi’s request for a major disaster declaration after severe...
Magnolia Mornings: October 21, 2026
Magnolia Tribune
Magnolia Mornings: October 21, 2026
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By: Magnolia Tribune - October 21, 2026
In Mississippi
1. Mississippi delegation celebrates...
Trump Announces Millions in Disaster Aid for 9 States
The Epoch Times
Trump Announces Millions in Disaster Aid for 9 States
The declarations were made in the wake of weather-related incidents in recent months including severe storms, flooding, tornadoes, and others.
By Jack Phillips
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he has approved...
Hyde-Smith seeks update on disaster declaration following tornadoes
McComb Enterprise-Journal
Hyde-Smith seeks update on disaster declaration following tornadoes
By FROM STAFF REPORTS
Federal officials are reviewing Mississippi’s request for a disaster declaration following last month’s tornado outbreak, and U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith expressed optimism that it...
WINTER STORM FERN (Executive Calendar)
WINTER STORM FERN (Executive Calendar)
Congressional Record Vol. 172, No. 25
(Senate - February 4, 2026) PDF
The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Sheehy). The other distinguished Senator
from Mississippi.
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I join my colleague Senator Roger
Wicker to draw the attention...
Disaster Relief
DISASTER RELIEF
Congressional Record (Senate - May 09, 2019)
Mr. President, I also rise to speak on behalf of thousands of Mississippians who have been affected by catastrophic flooding and other natural disasters this year. Their plight and the unmet
commitment made to them long ago provide us...