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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.

As a fourth-generation farmer, 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.

SENATE PASSES RESOLUTION TO HONOR THAD COCHRAN

SENATE PASSES RESOLUTION TO HONOR THAD COCHRAN

Wicker, Hyde-Smith Introduced Tribute to the Late Miss. Senator

Sens. Wicker and Hyde-Smith at Thad Cochran U.S. Courthouse naming ceremony last August

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate has approved a resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) to honor the life and career of former long-time U.S. Senator Thad Cochran.

The resolution was cosponsored by every member of the Senate and was approved unanimously late Tuesday.  Cochran, who retired from the Senate last year, passed...

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HYDE-SMITH STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF SENATOR THAD COCHRAN

HYDE-SMITH STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF SENATOR THAD COCHRAN

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement regarding the passing of U.S. Senator Thad Cochran (R-Miss.):

“Mississippi has suffered a tremendous loss today.  Senator Thad Cochran was an incredible leader and a most respected member of the United States Senate.  My colleagues who served with him consistently speak of him with such high regard.  So many have said to me that he was...

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Hyde-Smith calls for action from Congress on flooding

Vicksburg Post

Hyde-Smith calls for action from Congress on flooding

By Staff Reports

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators only get one maiden speech in their time in the Senate. Thursday, U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, who was elected in November, used her first speech on the floor of the Senate to...

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HYDE-SMITH INTRODUCES BILL TO HELP PRIVATE FOREST OWNERS RECOVER FROM DISASTERS

HYDE-SMITH INTRODUCES BILL TO HELP PRIVATE FOREST OWNERS RECOVER FROM DISASTERS

A Third of Forest Land in the U.S. is Held by Family Landowners, Who Find Limited Options Following Loss of Timber to Natural Disasters

WASHINGTON, D.C. – With one-third of forest land in the United States held by family owners who currently have little recourse for relief following floods, wildfires, and other disasters, U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) has introduced legislation to amend the tax code to...

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EPA administrator gives $2M to improve Mississippi water quality

News Mississippi
 
EPA administrator gives $2M to improve Mississippi water quality
 
By Alex Paton
 
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt joined over 50 farmers and landowners to announce two Gulf of Mexico Program grants totaling $2 million. During his time in the...

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$5.9M headed to Vicksburg National Military Park

News Mississippi
 
$5.9M headed to Vicksburg National Military Park
 
By Alex Paton
 
The National Park Service will now direct more than $5.9 million to address deferred maintenance needs at the Vicksburg National Military Park.
 
U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, who serves on the Senate...

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US engineers plan millions in Mississippi water projects

The Associated Press
 
US engineers plan millions in Mississippi water projects
 
By Emily Wagster Pettus
 
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released a work plan that includes nearly $56 million of water projects during this budget year in Mississippi, including some for flood...

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Rosedale Ports Given Funding for Dredging

Bolivar Commercial
 
Rosedale Ports Given Funding for Dredging
 
By Courtney Warren
 
On Monday, the Corps of Engineers released its FY2018 Work Plan, which outlines additional funding for ongoing Civil Works projects, investing an additional $55.9 million in Mississippi to support infrastructure...

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