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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.


Book Now for Amtrak Mardi Gras Service starting August 18

Van Nuys (Calif.) News Press

Book Now for Amtrak Mardi Gras Service starting August 18

By SuperAdmin

MOBILE, Ala., and NEW ORLEANS – Tickets are now available for new twice-daily Amtrak intercity train service starting Aug. 18 between Mobile, Ala., and New Orleans, along the Mississippi Gulf...

Ernst touts MAMBA Act, seeks opportunities for first-time farmers

Brownfield Ag News

Ernst touts MAMBA Act, seeks opportunities for first-time farmers

June 27, 2025 By Brent Barnett 

Legislation in the U.S. Senate aims to expand opportunities for first-time farmers and small to mid-size manufacturers.

Republican Joni Ernst of Iowa says the Modernizing...

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...

HYDE-SMITH WELCOMES RETURN TO REGULAR ORDER AS SENATE PASSES THREE FY2026 FUNDING BILLS

HYDE-SMITH WELCOMES RETURN TO REGULAR ORDER AS SENATE PASSES THREE FY2026 FUNDING BILLS

Votes for Senate Passage of Agriculture, Military Construction-VA & Legislative Branch Appropriations Bills – Achieved Under Republican Leadership

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), who serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee, today voted for Senate passage of three FY2026 appropriations bills, the strongest signal yet that under Republican leadership the Senate is returning...

HYDE-SMITH PRAISES TRUMP ADMIN. ACTION TO OVERTURN BIDEN VA-FUNDED ABORTIONS RULE

HYDE-SMITH PRAISES TRUMP ADMIN. ACTION TO OVERTURN BIDEN VA-FUNDED ABORTIONS RULE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), chair of the Senate Pro-Life Caucus, today issued the following statement praising President Trump for acting to repeal a Biden-era rule that turned Veterans Affairs hospitals into abortion clinics:

“I am incredibly grateful to President Trump and Veterans Affairs Secretary Collins for rescinding one of the Biden administration’s most aggressive pro...