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Senate passes Laken Riley Act targeting criminal activities by illegal immigrants

On January 20, 2025, U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) supported the passage of the Laken Riley Act (S.5), legislation aimed at addressing criminal activities by illegal immigrants.

By Hinds Today | Jan 20, 2025

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Hyde-Smith backs new bill resuming offshore lease sales in Gulf

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is backing a legislative effort to restart offshore oil and natural gas leasing in American waters, challenging the Biden administration's approach to limiting production in the Gulf of Mexico.

By Hinds Today | Jan 17, 2025

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Record of decision signed for Yazoo Backwater Area flood control project

By Hinds Today | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has announced a significant development for the Yazoo Backwater Area flood control project.

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USDA allocates over $667K for pest control projects in Mississippi

By Hinds Today | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has announced that Mississippi will receive over $667,000 in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to address agricultural pests and diseases.

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Hyde-Smith criticizes Biden's Equal Rights Amendment declaration

By Hinds Today | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, who leads the Senate Pro-Life Caucus, has issued a statement criticizing President Biden's recent declaration regarding the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA).

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Hyde-Smith supports Doug Burgum's nomination as Interior Secretary

By Hinds Today | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi expressed her support for Doug Burgum, nominated by President-elect Trump to lead the U.S. Department of the Interior.

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Legislation aims to boost bank formation in rural areas

By Hinds Today | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith and Congressman Andy Barr have reintroduced legislation aimed at increasing the formation of new banks in rural and underserved areas.

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Mississippi students selected for U.S. Senate Youth Program Washington Week

By Hinds Today | Jan 14, 2025

U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith have extended their congratulations to Shayleen Moeini and Jackson Pearce, both from Gulfport, Mississippi.

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Hyde-Smith supports resolution affirming global stance on women's health

By Hinds Today | Jan 14, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith from Mississippi has collaborated with Senator Steve Daines of Montana to introduce a resolution that reiterates the United States' support for the Geneva Consensus Declaration (GCD).

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Mississippi senators back national concealed carry reciprocity legislation

By Hinds Today | Jan 13, 2025

U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith from Mississippi have joined Senator John Cornyn of Texas in reintroducing the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, known as S.65.

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Hyde-Smith and Blackburn introduce bills targeting child human trafficking

By Hinds Today | Jan 10, 2025

U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Marsha Blackburn have reintroduced a series of legislative measures aimed at combating human trafficking, with a focus on protecting children.

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Hyde-Smith supports bipartisan effort for permanent daylight saving time

By Hinds Today | Jan 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith from Mississippi has reiterated her support for making Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent in the United States.

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Senators reintroduce bill to protect women's sports under Title IX

By Hinds Today | Jan 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith from Mississippi has joined forces with Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama to reintroduce the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act.

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USDA's major purchase aids Mississippi's seafood industry

By Hinds Today | Jan 6, 2025

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith announced that Mississippi's catfish and shrimp producers are expected to benefit from a recent decision by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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Senators' bill ensures education continuity for National Guard and Reserve students

By Hinds Today | Dec 26, 2024

U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Maggie Hassan have announced the enactment of a significant defense policy legislation that incorporates their bipartisan bill aimed at assisting students in the National Guard and Reserve.

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Senator Hyde-Smith shares 2024 Christmas message focusing on peace and gratitude

By Hinds Today | Dec 23, 2024

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith from Mississippi has shared her Christmas message for 2024, urging residents to focus on love, joy, and peace while reflecting on the blessings in their lives.

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Hyde-Smith supports major aid package addressing farm crisis

By Hinds Today | Dec 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has voted in favor of a significant aid package aimed at supporting farmers facing economic challenges across the United States, including those in Mississippi.

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Senator Hyde-Smith backs water infrastructure improvements with new legislation

By Hinds Today | Dec 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has voted for the Water Resources Development Act of 2024, a legislative measure aimed at enhancing water infrastructure across Mississippi.

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Senate approves bill enhancing battlefield protection program

By Hinds Today | Dec 19, 2024

The United States Senate has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Enhancement Act, a bipartisan initiative spearheaded by Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi and Tim Kaine of Virginia.

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Hyde-Smith criticizes Biden-Harris study on LNG exports

By Hinds Today | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has expressed criticism towards the Biden-Harris administration's recent study on American liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports.