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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.


Flaggs believes city may avoid drastic action to balance budget

Vicksburg Post

Flaggs believes city may avoid drastic action to balance budget

By John Surratt

Early revenue projections and potential state and federal assistance could mean Vicksburg’s financial picture may not be as bleak as initially thought, Mayor George Flaggs said Monday.

He discussed the...

State, local virus aid bill gains bipartisan momentum

CQ Roll Call

State, local virus aid bill gains bipartisan momentum

By Paul M. Krawzak, CQ

New bipartisan legislation would provide $500 billion in aid to state and local governments, territories and tribes to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, with the smallest communities in line for a direct...