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.
WMC-TV Memphis
Mid-South lawmakers react to President Biden’s address to joint session of Congress
By Olivia Gunn
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Mid-South lawmakers react to President Biden’s address to join session of Congress
President Joe Biden outlined his priorities for the country Wednesday night...
SuperTalk Mississippi News
Ingalls Shipbuilding to Host Drive-In Hiring Event in Hattiesburg
by Kelly Bennett
Ingalls Shipbuilding will host a drive-in hiring event for job seekers from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28 at the Forrest County Multipurpose Center (962 Sullivan Drive).
At...
McComb Enterprise-Journal
Senator continues push for Okhissa project
By Caleb McCluskey
U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith says she is pushing for the Scenic Rivers Development Alliance's acquisition of 150-acres in the Homochitto National Forest at Okhissa Lake for an economic development project.
Hyd...
SuperTalk Mississippi News
Yazoo Backwater Project: Hyde-Smith highlights MS Delta need during hearing
By Andi Davis
This week, Mississippi’s U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith identified the uncompleted Yazoo Backwater Area pumps as “one of the most egregious environmental injustices” as she sought...
Vicksburg Post
Hyde-Smith: Not finishing pumps project is ‘one of the most egregious environmental injustices’
By Staff Reports
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) Tuesday identified the uncompleted Yazoo Backwater Area pumps as “one of the most egregious environmental injustices”...
WLBT-TV Jackson
State congressional delegation asking president to approve federal disaster declaration for Feb. storms
By Anthony Warren
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Mississippi’s Washington delegation has thrown its support behind the state’s request for disaster assistance following the winter...
WLBT-TV Jackson
Federal legislation to help Jackson address water woes referred to Senate committee
By Anthony Warren
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A bill that would redirect millions of dollars to the city of Jackson to help it address its water system needs will likely be added on to a larger...
WJTV-TV Jackson
Senator Hyde-Smith and military help with production of Camp Kamassa
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith addressing military personnel at Camp Kamassa on April 8, 2021 (Photo: Kate Cornell/12 News)
NEWS
CRYSTAL SPRINGS, Miss. (WJTV) — Camp Kamassa in Crystal Springs is a project that’s been...
The Ripon Advance
Blackburn introduces bill to improve infrastructure in rural areas
By Ripon Advance News Service
U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) recently introduced legislation to remove burdensome government regulations that will allow for easier repairs of America’s rural roads and bridges...
WJTV-TV Jackson
Mississippi airports awarded more than $24M in grants
NEWS
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Wednesday, U.S. lawmakers announced $24.3 million in grants has been awarded to make improvements at 26 Mississippi airfields. The U.S. Department of Transportation on behalf of the Federal...
