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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
...
National Business Aviation Association
NBAA Welcomes Senate Committee Passage of DOT Funding Bill Reflecting Multiple Industry Priorities
Contact: Dan Hubbard
Washington, DC, July 28, 2025 – The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomed the inclusion of multiple industry-supported...
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...
Natchez Democrat
Two Natchez projects worth $3.17 million clear Senate Appropriation Committee
By Jan Griffey
NATCHEZ — Two City of Natchez projects have cleared the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, thanks to the leadership of U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, said Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson.
Gibso...
