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Senator Hyde-Smith knows dependence on foreign oil poses economic and national security risks for the United States.  The Senator supports responsible exploration and production of Mississippi’s and the nation’s energy resources, including the development of new technologies to support the production of biofuels and other energy sources.

Senator Hyde-Smith understands the importance of conservation and good stewardship of our natural resources.  She supports balanced and responsible resource management policies to ensure Mississippi’s forests, wetlands, and coastal region remain assets for future generations to enjoy.


Responding to the New Reality: Problems With the NFIP

Daily Dos News

Responding to the New Reality: Problems With the NFIP

Daily Dose

As Hurricane Barry’s projected damage from flood and wind losses approaches between $500 million and $900 million, according to CoreLogic, some are saying that building in flood zones has become increasingly dangerous...

Hurricane Weakened Large ‘Dead Zone’ in Gulf of Mexico

Courthouse News Service

Hurricane Weakened Large ‘Dead Zone’ in Gulf of Mexico

By Daniel Jackson

(CN) – At the beginning of June, scientists with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration looked at their models and saw sobering news for coastal communities in Louisiana and parts of...