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 VOTES TO SEND FY2026 DEFENSE POLICY BILL TO PRESIDENT TRUMP
HYDE-SMITH VOTES TO SEND FY2026 DEFENSE POLICY BILL TO PRESIDENT TRUMP
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today voted for final passage of a major defense policy bill that sets the stage for President Trump to accelerate his Peace Through Strength national security agenda.
The Senate made the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) available for President Trump’s signature with a 77-20 vote for final passage of a bill that implements policy reforms and...
HYDE-SMITH SEEKS ACTION TO IMPROVE ROAD SAFETY WITH COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE CRACKDOWN
HYDE-SMITH SEEKS ACTION TO IMPROVE ROAD SAFETY WITH COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE CRACKDOWN
Hyde-Smith Says Recent Tragedies Underscore Need for Federal, State Attention to Illegal Immigrants Driving Commercial Vehicles
VIDEO CLIP: Senator Hyde-Smith Addresses CDL Public Safety Issues.
VIDEO: Senator Hyde-Smith Delivers Speech on Abuse, Fraud in Issuing Commercial Driver’s Licenses Poses Critical Safety Issue for All Drivers.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), chair...
HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS BILL TO REPEAL GREEN NEW DEAL MANDATES THAT ADD TO HOME PRICES
HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS BILL TO REPEAL GREEN NEW DEAL MANDATES THAT ADD TO HOME PRICES
Hyde-Smith, Colleagues Move to Strike Biden-era Standards that Can Tag Another $31K to Building Homes
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), chair of the Senate appropriations subcommittee covering federal housing programs, this week cosponsored legislation to eliminate expensive Biden-era Green New Deal housing mandates that make new homes less affordable for buyers.
The HOUSE Act (S...
Hattiesburg secures $1M in federal funding for Edward Street project
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Hattiesburg secures $1M in federal funding for Edward Street project
By Delaney Dukes
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - After weeks of back-and-forth in Washington, Congress passed a spending package.
Among the bills making up that package are funds headed to Hattiesburg.
Hattiesb...
Mississippi senators pledge support for long-term recovery from devastating ice storm
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Mississippi senators pledge support for long-term recovery from devastating ice storm
By WDAM Staff
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WDAM) – United States Sens. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) Wednesday affirmed their readiness to support additional federal aid to...
Senate Passes Bill to Extend Medicare Telehealth Access Until 2027
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Senate Passes Bill to Extend Medicare Telehealth Access Until 2027
U.S. Senate passed the CONNECT for Health Act which extends Medicare telehealth access through 2027
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
WASHINGTON—The United States Senate passed a bipartisan funding bill that included a...