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.
WICKER, HYDE-SMITH & GUEST APPLAUD $56 MILLION AWARD FOR RANKIN COUNTY RAIL BRIDGE & TRAFFIC UPGRADE
WICKER, HYDE-SMITH & GUEST APPLAUD $56 MILLION AWARD FOR RANKIN COUNTY RAIL BRIDGE & TRAFFIC UPGRADE
Lawmakers Working Closely with County, State to Advance I-20 Connector Loop Initiative
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and U.S. Representative Michael Guest (R-Miss.) today welcomed a federal award for more than $56 million to support the construction of a railroad bridge over Mississippi Highway 18 in Rankin County, as well as accompanying...
HYDE-SMITH ANNOUNCES $6.0 MILLION GRANT FOR PORT BIENVILLE INTERMODAL FACILITY CONSTRUCTION
HYDE-SMITH ANNOUNCES $6.0 MILLION GRANT FOR PORT BIENVILLE INTERMODAL FACILITY CONSTRUCTION
New Facility Latest Project to Improve Capabilities, Efficiency at Hancock County Port
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), chair of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (T-HUD) Appropriations Subcommittee, today announced the award of a $6.0 million grant to construct an intermodal facility at Port Bienville in Hancock County.
The Port Infrastructure...
HYDE-SMITH REPORTS ALMOST $60 MILLION APPROVED FOR DISASTER RECOVERY IN MISS.
HYDE-SMITH REPORTS ALMOST $60 MILLION APPROVED FOR DISASTER RECOVERY IN MISS.
FEMA Public Assistance Grants Associated with Winter Storm Fern, Tropical Storm Arthur Recovery
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today reported the approval of almost $60 million in grant awards to reimburse dozens of Mississippi counties, cities, and organizations for recovery efforts from Winter Storm Fern.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved 37 different Public...
Magnolia Mornings: October 21, 2026
Magnolia Tribune
Magnolia Mornings: October 21, 2026
Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion to start your day informed.
By: Magnolia Tribune - October 21, 2026
In Mississippi
1. Mississippi delegation celebrates...
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...
$35.5 million grant awarded to modernize 121-year-old Escatawpa River swing bridge
Magnolia Tribune
$35.5 million grant awarded to modernize 121-year-old Escatawpa River swing bridge
By Frank Corder
Mississippi Export Railroad has been awarded a $35.5 million grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration’s Consolidated Rail Infrastructure...
WINTER STORM FERN (Executive Calendar)
WINTER STORM FERN (Executive Calendar)
Congressional Record Vol. 172, No. 25
(Senate - February 4, 2026) PDF
The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Sheehy). The other distinguished Senator
from Mississippi.
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I join my colleague Senator Roger
Wicker to draw the attention...
COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE SYSTEM
COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE SYSTEM
Congressional Record Vol. 171, No. 203
(Senate - December 4, 2025) PDF
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I rise to call attention to a
critical safety issue that affects every American who travels our roads
and highways.
Across the country, we are seeing a...
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...