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 VOTES TO EXTEND NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM
HYDE-SMITH VOTES TO EXTEND NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today voted to beat the midnight expiration of the National Flood Insurance Program, sending a four-month extension to President Trump.
The Senate voted 86-12 to extend the NFIP through Nov. 30, 2018. The measure (S.1182) passed the House last week. It does not include any reforms to the system.
“Many Mississippians rely on the National Flood Insurance Program. It won’t...
MISSISSIPPIANS NEED A REFORMED, SOLVENT FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM
MISSISSIPPIANS NEED A REFORMED, SOLVENT FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM
By U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.)
In the middle of hurricane season, the federal government is again days away from allowing the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to lapse.
Over the past 50 years, the NFIP has reduced flood risks and helped Mississippi families, communities and businesses recover from the financial burdens caused by flooding.
Congress needs to act before July 31 to ensure the NFIP doesn’t expire...
HYDE-SMITH: USDA APPROVES $3.27 MILLION FOR INFRASTUCTURE UPGRADES IN LAUDERDALE & SUNFLOWER COUNTIES
HYDE-SMITH: USDA APPROVES $3.27 MILLION FOR INFRASTUCTURE UPGRADES IN LAUDERDALE & SUNFLOWER COUNTIES
USDA Rural Development Offers Loan & Grants for Water, Wastewater Upgrades in Rural Mississippi
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a total of $3.27 million in loan and grant funding to upgrade water infrastructure in rural Lauderdale and Sunflower counties.
Hyde-Smith, who serves on the Senate...
Senators support confirmation of Trump’s nominee for District Judge
News Mississippi
Senators support confirmation of Trump’s nominee for District Judge
By Steven Gagliano
On Wednesday, U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) offered strong recommendations for Mississippi Court of Appeals Judge Cory T. Wilson to be a U.S. District...
Approval of spending bill good news for future of backwater pumps
Vicksburg Post
Approval of spending bill good news for future of backwater pumps
By Tim Reeves
WASHINGTON — The Senate voted to advance a $1.4 trillion government spending package in a last bipartisan burst of legislating before leaving for the holidays.
The first bill in a two-bill package...
Navy to name ship after the late Sen. Cochran of Mississippi
Associated Press
Navy to name ship after the late Sen. Cochran of Mississippi
The Associated Press
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The Navy will name a ship after the late Republican U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran of Mississippi, who was a Navy veteran.
Cochran’s successor, Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, said...