Senator Hyde-Smith, a cattle farmer and the former Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, understands the importance of the state’s $7.5 billion agricultural and forestry industries. As a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, the Senator will work on legislation, programs, and policies to allow agriculture and related industries to grow in Mississippi and the nation.
The Senator’s record includes protecting private property rights against eminent domain abuses, helping to open foreign markets for Mississippi agricultural products, and supporting country-of-origin labeling.
TAX INCREASES
Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 128
(Senate - July 21, 2021) PDF
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I appreciate the opportunity to join
a number of my colleagues representing farm States to sound the alarm
to the millions of rural Americans who will be harmed by proposed tax
ch...
TRIBUTE TO PAUL HOLLIS
Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 93
(Senate - May 27, 2021) PDF
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I am pleased to commend Mr.
Paul Hollis of Rolling Fork, MS, for his service and contributions to
the State of Mississippi while serving as the 85th president of Delta
Counci...
TRIBUTE TO TOM GRESHAM
Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 93
(Senate - May 27, 2021) PDF
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, on May 31, 2020, Mr. Tom
Gresham of Indianola, MS, concluded his term as the 84th president of
Delta Council. I am pleased to commend him for his service and
contributions...
TRIBUTE TO JACK WINSTEAD
Congressional Record Vol. 170, No. 34
(Senate - February 26, 2024) PDF
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, it is an honor to pay tribute
to Mr. Jack Winstead who, for years, has shown an overwhelming
dedication to serving the Friends of Mississippi Veterans nonprofit as
a...
USA Rice
In Memory: Joseph Aguzzi, Sr.
Jul 30, 2025
USA Rice extends condolences to the family and friends of Joe Aguzzi, who passed away on July 23, at the age of 99.
The Aguzzis have farmed the same land in Bolivar County for more than 100 years, but their family farming legacy began with Joe...
The Hagstrom Report
Senate Ag holds hearing on US Grain Standards Act
The Hagstrom Report
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | Volume 15 Number 165
The Senate Agriculture Committee today held a hearing on reauthorization of the U.S. Grain Standards Act.
Some parts of the act are permanent, while others...
Transport Topics
Senate Panel OKs 2026 DOT Funding Bill With $927M for FMCSA
Bipartisan Measure Promotes Safety, Supply Chain Connectivity
Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
A Senate panel on July 24 easily approved legislation that would fund the U.S. Department of Transportation in fiscal 2026.
...
The Outdoor Wire
Delta Waterfowl Applauds Introduction of HEN Act in Congress
Proposed law would authorize funding for duck production and habitat conservation efforts to increase waterfowl populations
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
A bill that would authorize funding for Hen House nest structures and...
Delta Daily News
Hyde-Smith: Mississippi Farmers Still Struggling Despite Federal Relief Efforts
By And Ranita Williams
WASHINGTON–Farmers in Mississippi have gotten some financial help, but are nowhere near being made whole, said Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, during a confirmation hearing this week for...
Indianola Enterprise-Tocsin
DHA set to receive $3M
By FOR THE E-T
U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) last week helped provide unanimous committee approval of funding legislation that would direct funding and support for agricultural and rural development needs in Mississippi.
“I’m grateful...
