Senator Hyde-Smith is committed to ensuring the federal government meets its commitments to the men and women who have bravely served in the Armed Forces.  She understands the changing needs of America’s newest generation of veterans and their families, and is dedicated to supporting efforts to make sure they receive the highest-quality medical care possible.  (For assistance with a VA-related case, visit here.)

News Releases

HYDE-SMITH HONORS U.S. SERVICEMEMBERS ON 2024 VETERANS DAY

HYDE-SMITH HONORS U.S. SERVICEMEMBERS ON 2024 VETERANS DAY

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement on Veterans Day, honoring the sacrifices of the nation’s veterans and encouraging Mississippians to deepen their engagement with them:

“On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor and reflect on the immense sacrifices made by the brave men and women who have served our nation.  Their courage, strength, and commitment to protecting our freedom...

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HYDE-SMITH ENCOURAGES PARTICIPATION IN UPCOMING ‘NATIONAL WARRIOR CALL DAY’ TO AID U.S. VETERANS & SERVICEMEMBERS

HYDE-SMITH ENCOURAGES PARTICIPATION IN UPCOMING ‘NATIONAL WARRIOR CALL DAY’ TO AID U.S. VETERANS & SERVICEMEMBERS

Miss. Senator Cosponsored Bipartisan, Senate-Passed Resolution Aimed at Fostering Connections & Combatting Rising Suicide Rates

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today encouraged Mississippians to take the next month to prepare for “National Warrior Call Day,” November 17, 2024, to actively engage with veterans and active servicemembers in an effort to curb...

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HYDE-SMITH, WARNOCK 2024 GOLD STAR FAMILIES REMEMBRANCE WEEK RESOLUTION PASSES SENATE

HYDE-SMITH, WARNOCK 2024 GOLD STAR FAMILIES REMEMBRANCE WEEK RESOLUTION PASSES SENATE 

Bipartisan Legislation Designates Sept. 22-28 as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week, Elevating National Recognition for Families of the Fallen

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) today praised Senate approval of their bipartisan resolution to establish Sept. 22-28, 2024, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week.

Approved by unanimous...

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Statements

TRIBUTE TO JACK RUTLAND, JR.

TRIBUTE TO JACK RUTLAND, JR.

Congressional Record Vol. 169, No. 185
(Senate - November 8, 2023) PDF

  Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, it is an honor to pay tribute 
to Mr. Jack Rutland, Jr., of Lincoln County, MS, who for more than 10 
years has shown an inspiring dedication to sharing the stories...

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REMEMBERING JACK H. LUCAS

REMEMBERING JACK H. LUCAS

Congressional Record Vol. 169, No. 163
(Senate - October 4, 2023) PDF

  Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Madam President, I am honored to pay tribute to the 
memory of a true American hero, Jacklyn ``Jack'' Harrell Lucas.

  Jack, a long-time resident of Mississippi, and the youngest...

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Tribute to Thomas O’Loughlin

TRIBUTE TO THOMAS O’LOUGHLIN

Congressional Record (Senate - May 23, 2019)

Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, each Memorial Day we, as Americans, take time to honor the heroes who gave their lives in service to our country, from those who died in the creation of this great Nation to those who today...

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