Quotes from Cindy Hyde-Smith

Congress must simply do more to eliminate waste and be good stewards of taxpayer dollars.

I am committed to doing everything I can to represent the priorities of all Mississippians, and will continue to work to advance the needs of our state and the nation.

Empowering communities by leveraging federal and local investments helps improve the federal-local relationship and advance shared priorities.

I am pro-life and always have been.

Sanctuary city policies disrespect the rule of law in this country.

Music copyright and licensing laws haven't kept up with technology or the times. The Music Modernization Act fixes that with a comprehensive set of reforms that will help musicians receive royalties they are owed while ensuring the public has access to that music.

Mississippi farmers and ranchers continually deal with factors that can mean disaster, which is why they look for certainty and flexibility in farm programs.

I will promote a positive agenda focused on issues important to Mississippians.

The Conscience Protection Act would ensure no one is coerced to participate in abortions or to provide abortion coverage.

The truth is that some of Mississippi's greatest advocates for conservation and habitat protection are the sportsmen and hunters. Our state's beautiful and abundant natural lands are enhanced, protected and paid for in large part by those who enjoy hunting.

I firmly believe in the sanctity of life.

Iran is an unapologetic sponsor of global terrorism, and cutting off Iran's ability to finance those activities is necessary.

Leveraging the global finance system against Iran and other rogue nations that sponsor terrorism is a position I'm happy to take.

Public safety and emergency preparedness is essential.

Local airports serve an important role as economic and public safety assets for communities across the state.

I'm pleased with our state's willingness to support responsible off-shore energy production while also giving special focus to enhance the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast.

President Trump has selected qualified, conservative nominees to serve in the federal judiciary and his administration.

Filling a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court is a solemn process for our nation, and I hope Senate consideration of Judge Barrett will not descend into the dishonorable spectacle that Americans witnessed during the confirmation of Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

Upgrading and replacing deficient wastewater systems will help improve service to customers and protect the Gulf, both of which are important for future growth on the coast.

President Trump is right to get out of the Iran Nuclear Deal and impose economic sanctions in order to force a more legitimate agreement to fight the threat Iran poses to our interests, our allies, and peace in the region.

Deficits and debt threaten the growing American economy and our national security over the long term.

I'm pleased to support legislation to guarantee Israel has the resources to protect itself from existing and evolving threats from Iran, Hezbollah, and other bad actors.

Modernizing the U.S. Navy is a key component of rebuilding our military.

When we can educate and train our workforce and simultaneously match their skills with jobs, we will generate opportunities to keep our homegrown talent in-state and provide sustainable economic growth for Mississippi.