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.
Corps of Engineers reconsidering pumps project
Delta Farm Press
Corps of Engineers reconsidering pumps project
Corps of Engineers to do Environmental Impact Study
By Ron Smith
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced Wednesday, April 15, the intent to prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for the Yazoo Basin...
Trump admin revives flood project killed by EPA veto
Environment & Energy News
Trump admin revives flood project killed by EPA veto
By Daniel Cusick
The Trump administration has resurrected a World War II-era flood control project that Mississippi politicians say was unfairly smothered by an overzealous EPA 12 years ago.
The Yazoo Pumps project...
Governor, federal officials visit victims; fourth resident’s death attributed to tornado
Laurel Leader-Call
Governor, federal officials visit victims; fourth resident’s death attributed to tornado
Apr 17, 2020
A fourth Jones County resident died as the result of injuries suffered when a massive tornado struck her home on Matthews Road.
Gov. Tate Reeves and federal officials visited...