Senator Hyde-Smith is committed to ensuring the federal government meets its commitments to the men and women who have bravely served in the Armed Forces. She understands the changing needs of America’s newest generation of veterans and their families, and is dedicated to supporting efforts to make sure they receive the highest-quality medical care possible. (For assistance with a VA-related case, visit here.)
HYDE-SMITH HONORS VETERANS DURING AMERICA’S 250TH YEAR
HYDE-SMITH HONORS VETERANS DURING AMERICA’S 250TH YEAR
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement in honor of Veterans Day, honoring the generations of American servicemembers who have defended the United States since its founding:
“Our continuing celebration of 250 years of American independence serves as a strong reminder that freedom is never free and has never been guaranteed. It has been fought for, generation after generation, by...
SENATE APPROVES HYDE-SMITH & WARNOCK RESOLUTION DESIGNATING ‘GOLD STAR FAMILIES REMEMBRANCE WEEK’
SENATE APPROVES HYDE-SMITH & WARNOCK RESOLUTION DESIGNATING ‘GOLD STAR FAMILIES REMEMBRANCE WEEK’
Bipartisan Measure Sets Aside Sept. 20-27 to Recognize Families of the Fallen
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate late Thursday approved a resolution introduced by U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) formally designating Gold Star Remembrance Week to honor the sacrifices made by the families of U.S. military servicemembers who have given their...
HYDE-SMITH NAMED TO DEFENSE APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE
HYDE-SMITH NAMED TO DEFENSE APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE
Senate Appropriations Committee Reorganizes Subcommittee Memberships Following the Death of Senator Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today accepted an appointment to serve on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, giving Mississippi added prominence in Congress when developing funding for the nation’s national security interests.
The appointment was made as the Senate Appropriations...
Partnership advances $114 million Civil War visitor center
The Vicksburg Post
Partnership advances $114 million Civil War visitor center
Plans for the new museum and visitor center at the Vicksburg National Military Park moved forward Wednesday, following a local funding commitment of up to $15.5 million.
By Don Hill, The Vicksburg Post
State, federal...
City of Biloxi honors Croatian-American Veterans at ceremony
WXXV-TV Gulfport
City of Biloxi honors Croatian-American Veterans at ceremony
By Megan Fayard
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Community members gathered at the Croatian-American Cultural Center in Biloxi for a special event honoring Croatian-American veterans.
Posters were displayed across the room...
Senate Passes National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, Sending Historic Bill on to the President
National Medal of Honor Museum Organization
Senate Passes National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, Sending Historic Bill on to the President
Unanimous vote marks final step to locate new Monument near Lincoln Memorial on National Mall in Washington, D.C.
August 7, 2026
Washington, D.C. –...
REMEMBERING COLONEL CARLYLE "SMITTY" HARRIS (RET.)
REMEMBERING COLONEL CARLYLE "SMITTY" HARRIS (RET.)
Congressional Record Vol. 171, No. 120
(Senate - July 14, 2025) PDF
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, it is a profound honor to pay tribute
to the late U.S. Air Force Colonel Carlyle Smith "Smitty" Harris of
Tupelo, Mississippi, an American hero...
NATIONAL POLICE WEEK 2025
NATIONAL POLICE WEEK 2025
Congressional Record Vol. 171, No. 79
(Senate - May 12, 2025) PDF
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, as our Nation comes together to
observe National Police Week, we honor the courageous men and women in
law enforcement who have given their lives in service to others.
...
TRIBUTE TO JACK WINSTEAD
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...