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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.

HYDE-SMITH JOINS FIGHT AGAINST BIDEN’S BORDER CHAOS THAT’S STILL WRECKING AMERICAN PARKS & PUBLIC LANDS

HYDE-SMITH JOINS FIGHT AGAINST BIDEN’S BORDER CHAOS THAT’S STILL WRECKING AMERICAN PARKS & PUBLIC LANDS

Having Toured Southern Border During Biden’s Illegal Immigrant Surge, Miss. Senator Backs Plan to Set Things Right

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) on Thursday joined Energy and Natural Resources Committee Chairman Mike Lee (R-Utah) in introducing legislation to stop the ongoing damage to public lands related to the millions of illegal entries across the southern...

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HYDE-SMITH REINTRODUCES EMERGENCY PINE BEETLE RESPONSE LEGISLATION

HYDE-SMITH REINTRODUCES EMERGENCY PINE BEETLE RESPONSE LEGISLATION

Bipartisan Legislation to Help Landowners, Communities, Industry Overcome Pine Beetle Infestations

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today reintroduced her bipartisan bill to help private landowners, timber cutting and hauling businesses, and local municipalities respond to forest-related disasters, including the pine beetle that has laid waste to vast swaths of southern forests.

The Emergency Pine...

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TRIBUTE TO BILL COTTER

TRIBUTE TO BILL COTTER

Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 190
(Senate - December 7, 2022) PDF

 Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I am pleased to commend Mr. 
Bill Cotter for his service and contributions to the State of 
Mississippi in his 23 years of service with the Hancock County Port and 
Harbor...

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NOMINATION OF TRACY STONE-MANNING (Executive Calendar)

NOMINATION OF TRACY STONE-MANNING (Executive Calendar)

Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 131
(Senate - July 27, 2021) PDF

  Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Madam President, I rise to join my colleagues in 
expressing my grave concern over the nomination of Ms. Tracy Stone-
Manning to be the Director of the...

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ENERGY POLICY

ENERGY POLICY

Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 20
(Senate - February 3, 2021) PDF

  Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I rise to discuss the importance of 
the American energy sector and my concern about President Biden's 
Executive orders regarding domestic energy policy.

  In the first hours of...

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ENERGY SUPPLY AND PRODUCTION

ENERGY SUPPLY AND PRODUCTION

Congressional Record Vol. 170, No. 80
(Senate - May 8, 2024) PDF

  Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Madam President, the Biden administration continues 
to fail the American people with its consistent attacks on our Nation's 
energy supply and production. These attacks are happening...

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Delta Waterfowl Applauds Introduction of HEN Act in Congress

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...

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Renick gives keynote speech at luncheon

The South Reporter

Renick gives keynote speech at luncheon

By Sue Watson, Staff Writer

Ashland's favorite son and chairman of the board of directors of the Tennessee Valley Authority, Bill Renick spoke for the second time to the Byhalia Chamber luncheon June 26. The last time he spoke at the...

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USM, Integer Technologies announce $25M defense contract

WLOX-TV Biloxi

USM, Integer Technologies announce $25M defense contract

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By WLOX Staff

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - The Office of Naval Research has awarded Integer Technologies and the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) a $25 million ceiling contract, with a fully funded initial base...

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