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Senator Hyde-Smith supports federal policies to foster an economic environment that encourages job growth in Mississippi and the nation.  She supports the tax cuts and reforms enacted by President Trump and the Republican-majority Congress.  She believes in eliminating burdensome federal regulations that hinder small businesses, farmers, and industry.

The Senator supports policies and opportunities to continue and expand Mississippi’s ability to contribute to national security, high-tech research, agricultural innovation, and energy production.

Senator Hyde-Smith welcomes opportunities to work with local, state, and federal officials to make Mississippi a better place to work and raise families.

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HYDE-SMITH BACKS BILL TO BOOST BEGINNING FARMERS, MANUFACTURERS

HYDE-SMITH BACKS BILL TO BOOST BEGINNING FARMERS, MANUFACTURERS

Bipartisan Measure Would Modernize Outdated IRS Rules for Industrial Development, First-Time Farmer Bonds

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today announced her support for legislation to help beginning farmers and small-scale manufacturers by modernizing outdated rules that are hindering access to affordable capital.

Hyde-Smith is an original cosponsor of the Modernizing Agricultural and Manufacturing...

HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS BILL MANDATING ENGLISH PROFICIENCY FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLE OPERATORS

HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS BILL MANDATING ENGLISH PROFICIENCY FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLE OPERATORS

English Comprehension Requirement for CMV Drivers Intended to Enhance Roadway Safety

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) this week joined U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.) in introducing legislation requiring those applying to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to be tested for English proficiency before receiving a CMV license.

The Commercial Motor Vehicle English...

HYDE-SMITH FINDS COMMONSENSE DOE BUDGET REFRESHING

HYDE-SMITH FINDS COMMONSENSE DOE BUDGET REFRESHING

Department of Energy Budget Request Reviewed at Senate Energy Committee Hearing

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VIDEO:  Senator Hyde-Smith and DOE Secretary Wright Discuss Refocusing Office of Fossil Energy.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today said the Trump administration’s approach to the nation’s energy policies is “refreshing” after four years of antagonistic policies to stop American oil and gas production.

The Senate Energy and Natural...

Bill aims to repeal federal sports betting excise tax

Las Vegas Journal-Review

Bill aims to repeal federal sports betting excise tax
 
By David Danzis, Las Vegas Review-Journal

A pair of lawmakers from gaming-friendly states are taking another bipartisan shot at repealing a longstanding federal tax on sportsbooks.

On Friday, U.S. Sens. Catherine...

Annual JDC Forestry Awards presented at banquet

Prentiss Headlight

Annual JDC Forestry Awards presented at banquet

By Holley Cochran

The Jefferson Davis County Forestry Association held its annual membership banquet on Aug. 26, at Bethany Baptist Church in Prentiss.  Over 250 community members were in attendance.

The meeting began with Ken...