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Senator Hyde-Smith knows dependence on foreign oil poses economic and national security risks for the United States.  The Senator supports responsible exploration and production of Mississippi’s and the nation’s energy resources, including the development of new technologies to support the production of biofuels and other energy sources.

As a fourth-generation farmer, Senator Hyde-Smith understands the importance of conservation and good stewardship of our natural resources.  She supports balanced and responsible resource management policies to ensure Mississippi’s forests, wetlands, and coastal region remain assets for future generations to enjoy.


MISS. SENATORS APPLAUD ARMY CORPS APPROVAL OF FINAL YAZOO BACKWATER PUMPS PLAN

MISS. SENATORS APPLAUD ARMY CORPS APPROVAL OF FINAL YAZOO BACKWATER PUMPS PLAN

Long-Sought Flood Control Project will Benefit the People, Economy & Environment of the South Mississippi Delta

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) today applauded the release of the final U.S. Army Corps of Engineers environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Yazoo Backwater Study Area, which will move the long-sought flood control project toward becoming a...

HYDE-SMITH’S NATCHEZ HISTORICAL SITES LEGISLATION APPROVED BY ENERGY COMMITTEE

HYDE-SMITH’S NATCHEZ HISTORICAL SITES LEGISLATION APPROVED BY ENERGY COMMITTEE

Amended Bill Elevates Grand Village of the Natchez Indians within the National Park System, Sets Stage for Adding Historic Jefferson College

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee today approved legislation authored by U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) to make the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians in Adams County an affiliated area of the National Park Service (NPS).

Hyde...

HYDE-SMITH BACKS BILL TO CURB CALIFORNIA’S OUTSIZED INFLUENCE OVER NATIONAL EMISSIONS STANDARDS

HYDE-SMITH BACKS BILL TO CURB CALIFORNIA’S OUTSIZED INFLUENCE OVER NATIONAL EMISSIONS STANDARDS

‘Stop CARB Act’ Target’s California’s Ability to Force Other States to Comply with Radical Environmental Policies

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) is an original cosponsor of legislation that would curb California’s ability to effectively force Mississippi farmers, industries, and consumers to comply with its radical environmental policies.

Hyde-Smith is an original...

HYDE-SMITH ANNOUNCES OVER $4.3 MILLION IN HUD GRANT FUNDING FOR HATTIESBURG

HYDE-SMITH ANNOUNCES OVER $4.3 MILLION IN HUD GRANT FUNDING FOR HATTIESBURG

Competitive HUD Grants Will Address Public Housing Lead-Based Paint Abatement and Fire Safety Needs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today announced the award of more than $4.3 million to the City of Hattiesburg to address risks posed to public housing residents from lead-based paint and other housing-related hazards.

Hyde-Smith said the Hattiesburg Housing Authority will receive the...

HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS BILL TO PROHIBIT STATE EXCISE TAXES ON GUNS & AMMO 

HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS BILL TO PROHIBIT STATE EXCISE TAXES ON GUNS & AMMO 

‘Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act’ is Response to Blue States Gun Control Tax Schemes

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) recently cosponsored legislation to stop states from imposing excise taxes on firearms and ammunition, fees that drive up costs for sportsmen, hunters, and other law-abiding gun owners.

Hyde-Smith is an original cosponsor of the Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act (S.4960)...

HYDE-SMITH REPORTS $127.2 MILLION IN SENATE BILL FOR MISS. PORTS, WATERWAYS & FLOOD PROTECTION

HYDE-SMITH REPORTS $127.2 MILLION IN SENATE BILL FOR MISS. PORTS, WATERWAYS & FLOOD PROTECTION

Hyde-Smith Joins Committee in Approving FY25 Energy & Water Development Appropriations Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today reported committee passage of a Senate bill that provides more than $127.2 million for 28 authorized U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects and activities in Mississippi, including $9.24 million for repairs and operation of the troubled Arkabutla...

HYDE-SMITH SUPPORTS ENERGY PERMITTING REFORMS, BUT RAISES CONCERNS OF IMPACT ON MISS. ELECTRIC CO-OPS

HYDE-SMITH SUPPORTS ENERGY PERMITTING REFORMS, BUT RAISES CONCERNS OF IMPACT ON MISS. ELECTRIC CO-OPS

Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Approves Bipartisan Bill to Cut Red Tape 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today supported committee approval of a far-reaching bill to strengthen American energy security by reforming the federal permitting process for critical energy and mineral projects in the United States.

Hyde-Smith serves on the Senate Energy and...

HYDE-SMITH PUTS PUBLIC SAFETY FOCUS ON COMMERCE, JUSTICE & SCIENCE FUNDING BILL

HYDE-SMITH PUTS PUBLIC SAFETY FOCUS ON COMMERCE, JUSTICE & SCIENCE FUNDING BILL

Senate Committee Approves FY2025 Commerce, Justice & Science Appropriations Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today highlighted public safety matters she worked to include in the FY2025 Commerce, Justice, and Science (CJS) Appropriations Bill, which received committee approval Thursday.

Hyde-Smith serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee that approved the CJS Appropriations Bill...

HYDE-SMITH, COMMITTEE APPROVE AGRICULTURE APPROPRIATIONS MEASURE

HYDE-SMITH, COMMITTEE APPROVE AGRICULTURE APPROPRIATIONS MEASURE

Miss. Senator Serves on Subcommittee that Crafted FY2025 Agriculture, Rural Development Appropriations Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) on Thursday helped provide unanimous committee approval of funding legislation that supports agricultural and rural development needs in Mississippi.

Hyde-Smith serves on the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee that drafted the FY2025 Agriculture, Rural...