Senator Hyde-Smith believes rebuilding infrastructure is key to the future of Mississippi and the nation. She understands that aging highways, bridges, and basic public works infrastructure represents an impediment to public safety and economic growth. She includes the need for greater broadband access among these needs. Senator Hyde-Smith is committed to using her committee assignments to support responsible efforts to improve infrastructure, particularly in rural areas.
HYDE-SMITH TO CHAIR SENATE TRANSPORTATION, HUD APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE
HYDE-SMITH TO CHAIR SENATE TRANSPORTATION, HUD APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE
Hyde-Smith Also Lands Military Construction-VA Spot, Will Serve on Six Subcommittees of Importance to Mississippi
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) was officially named as the new chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) for the 119th Congress.
Hyde-Smith, in addition to chairing the THUD Appropriations...
HYDE-SMITH SUPPORTS ROLLINS TO LEAD USDA, SEEKS COOPERATION ON INSPECTION REGIMENS & VETERINARIAN RECRUITMENT
HYDE-SMITH SUPPORTS ROLLINS TO LEAD USDA, SEEKS COOPERATION ON INSPECTION REGIMENS & VETERINARIAN RECRUITMENT
Senate Ag Committee Conducts Confirmation Hearing for Secretary of Agriculture Nominee Brooke Rollins
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today received commitments from Brooke Rollins, President Trump’s nominee to be the next Secretary of Agriculture, to work with her to improve the federal agricultural inspection regimens that are key to the survivability of...
HYDE-SMITH MOVES TO RESUME OFFSHORE LEASE SALES IN THE GULF OF MEXICO
HYDE-SMITH MOVES TO RESUME OFFSHORE LEASE SALES IN THE GULF OF MEXICO
Hyde-Smith Cosponsors Offshore Energy Security Act of 2025, Authorizes Lease Sales for the Next Decade
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) is cosponsoring legislation to authorize renewed offshore oil and natural gas leasing in American waters, which would be a departure from Biden administration efforts to severely limit future production in the Gulf of Mexico.
Long Beach breaks ground on Gateway Project
WXXV-TV Gulfport
Long Beach breaks ground on Gateway Project
By Jordyn Lassiter
The Long Beach Gateway Project, launched in 2018, was proposed to enhance the city’s appearance along Highway 90. Now, it’s finally a reality.
The project features new signage and upgraded landscaping, designed to...
JHLS making future plans
Northside Sun, Jackson
JHLS making future plans
By NELL LUTER FLOYD - Sun Staff Writer
The Jackson Hinds Library System (JHLS) announced in March 2024 it had received a $3.7 million federal grant to go toward a new Eudora Welty Library in downtown Jackson.
The city of Jackson’s Planning and...
Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy's bill dropping Biden drilling rule heads to Trump's desk
New Orleans Times-Picayune
Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy's bill dropping Biden drilling rule heads to Trump's desk
BY MARK BALLARD | Staff writer
WASHINGTON – The U.S. House gave final approval on a 221 to 202 vote Thursday to a resolution sponsored by U.S. Sen. John N. Kennedy, R-Madisonville...