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 ASKS BIDEN ADMIN. TO AMEND FUNDING REQUEST TO INCLUDE JACKSON WATER CRISIS
HYDE-SMITH ASKS BIDEN ADMIN. TO AMEND FUNDING REQUEST TO INCLUDE JACKSON WATER CRISIS
Miss. Senator Suggests Capital City Emergency Warrants as Much Attention as Other Disasters and Monkeypox
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today asked the Biden administration to submit a new funding request to Congress to help resolve the water crisis in Jackson, arguing the Mississippi capital city’s emergency needs to be on par with other disaster situations around the country.
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WICKER, HYDE-SMITH URGE BIDEN TO ADDRESS SUPPLY CHAIN THREATS TO SOUTHEAST ELECTRIC INFRASTRUCTURE
WICKER, HYDE-SMITH URGE BIDEN TO ADDRESS SUPPLY CHAIN THREATS TO SOUTHEAST ELECTRIC INFRASTRUCTURE
Miss. Senators, Colleagues Sign Letter on Shortages that Put Grid at Risk Ahead of Storm Season
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) last week joined colleagues in calling on President Biden to immediately address the urgent supply chain shortages threatening the Southeast region’s electric infrastructure as storm season begins.
U.S. Senator...
HYDE-SMITH STRESSES NEED FOR YAZOO BACKWATER PUMPS TO FEDS MEETING IN VICKSBURG
HYDE-SMITH STRESSES NEED FOR YAZOO BACKWATER PUMPS TO FEDS MEETING IN VICKSBURG
Interagency Working Group Convenes in Miss. to Learn More on Desperate South Delta Flood Control Needs
VICKSBURG, MISS. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today addressed federal officials to again stress the need for the federal government to construct a pumping station to successfully deliver effective flood protection to the Yazoo Backwater Area of the South Delta.
Hyde-Smith was among members of the...
Ark. Senator To Speak At Delta Council Meeting
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Ark. Senator To Speak At Delta Council Meeting
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U.S. Sen. John Boozman of Arkansas will be the keynote speaker for the 88th annual meeting of Delta Council on June 2.
The meeting will be held at Delta State University’s Bologna Performing Arts Center (BPAC) in...
Congressional Republicans Unveil Labor Bill
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Congressional Republicans Unveil Labor Bill
Legislation Aims to Counter Democrats' Proposed PRO Act
By Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
A comprehensive update to labor laws aimed at improving the national workforce landscape was recently proposed by congressional Republicans.
Th...
Lawmakers approve $12M more for Reunion Pkwy., Bozeman Rd.
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Lawmakers approve $12M more for Reunion Pkwy., Bozeman Rd.
By Anthony Warren
MADISON CO., Miss. (WLBT) - If it’s approved by the governor, Madison County will have an additional $12 million for a major transportation project.
The House and Senate recently approved conference...