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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.


HYDE-SMITH STATEMENT ON BIDEN’S 2023 ‘BIG ON SPENDING, BIG ON TAX INCREASES’ BUDGET 

HYDE-SMITH STATEMENT ON BIDEN’S 2023 ‘BIG ON SPENDING, BIG ON TAX INCREASES’ BUDGET 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today issued the following statement regarding the FY2023 budget blueprint unveiled by President Biden on Monday:

“President Biden’s new budget doubles down on the failed priorities he and fellow Democrats attempted to force on the nation last year.  His fiscal year 2023 plan is again big on spending...

HYDE-SMITH INTRODUCES BILL TO PROTECT FLOOD INSURANCE POLICYHOLDERS

HYDE-SMITH INTRODUCES BILL TO PROTECT FLOOD INSURANCE POLICYHOLDERS

Measure Would Give Policyholders Options in New FEMA Risk Rating 2.0 Flood Insurance Rate Scheme

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today introduced legislation to give policyholders more options as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares for a nationwide implementation of its new National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) premium rate structure this week.

The Homeowner Flood Insurance...

HYDE-SMITH DEBUNKS BIDEN, DEM. BLAME GAME ON HIGHER ENERGY PRICES

HYDE-SMITH DEBUNKS BIDEN, DEM. BLAME GAME ON HIGHER ENERGY PRICES

Miss. Senator, Colleagues Say More American Production, Not Litany of Anti-Energy Polices, Would Help Americans

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VIDEO:  Senator Hyde-Smith Says Mississippians, Americans Suffer for Biden and Democrats Anti-Energy Policies.
PHOTO:  Senator Hyde-Smith Addresses the Media at Gas Prices News Conference.
CHART:  Gas Prices Soar Under Biden.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today disparaged efforts by...

Residents Continue To Wait For Backwater Pumps

The Yazoo Herald

Residents Continue To Wait For Backwater Pumps

By Jamie Patterson

Residents are still demanding answers and relief when it comes to the status of the Yazoo Backwater Area Pumps Project. 

Town hall meetings and panels of elected and federal officials have recently held meetings...

Congressional leaders react to Jackson’s water crisis

WJTV-TV Jackson

Congressional leaders react to Jackson’s water crisis

By Kaitlin Howell

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Congressional leaders from Mississippi reacted to the water crisis in Jackson after Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) declared a state of emergency.

I have long supported federal efforts...

Rounds sponsors Security to Avoid Violence in Educational Settings Act

Ripon Advance

Rounds sponsors Security to Avoid Violence in Educational Settings Act

By Ripon Advance News Service

U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds (R-SD) recently proposed legislation to create a new U.S. Department of Justice grant program that would reallocate $500 million in funding over five years to...