Quotes from Cindy Hyde-Smith

Federal rules and regulations too often become seemingly insurmountable obstacles to simple changes that can have a positive impact.

I support greater access to the Internet, but going back to Obama-era regulations is not the answer.

World War I was the deadliest conflict the world had ever known. Veterans Day originated from the American people recognizing that a heavy debt of gratitude was due to the veterans of that brutal conflict.

We are a nation of laws and we must enforce our immigration laws.

The challenges facing our Armed Forces are increasingly complex.

The State Revolving Fund helps rural communities and water associations afford to make improvements to their water infrastructure to ensure Mississippians have access to clean and safe drinking water.

The congressional tradition of escaping the nation's capital in August dates back to the time before air conditioning when Senators would race home before the summer heat reached its peak. I've got an advantage over many of my colleagues because we in Mississippi know something about summer heat.

Abolishing ICE means abandoning our borders and leaving them open to anyone. That's just irresponsible and certainly not in the best interest of the American people and their security.

Memorial Day is a special day to take pause and pay tribute to those brave men and women who lost their lives defending our country and preserving our way of life.

Having individuals who are prepared to work is helping small business owners succeed and expand.

The economic importance of small businesses in Mississippi has always been significant, and it's well positioned to increase.

Union membership should not be a condition for employment, and workers should have the freedom to exercise their right to determine how their hard-earned money is spent.

Generations of American men and women have served our country in the Armed Forces and sacrificed to protect our freedoms.

I am from Brookhaven, a small town in Southwest Mississippi.

Music is in Mississippi's DNA, whether it's the blues, country music, folk, or rock 'n' roll. It's not just a source of cultural pride, but also a strong contributor to our economy.

It is a great honor to serve Mississippi as its first female United States Senator.

Mississippi State University and other institutions are established leaders in the development and integration of unmanned aerial systems.

Air service is an important asset for rural communities in Mississippi.

Gold Star Families Remembrance Week gives us an opportunity to honor and recognize the sacrifices made by the families of members of the Armed Forces who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms and secure our nation.

I am humbled and inspired by the ultimate sacrifice made by so many Mississippians on behalf of our nation, and the families they left behind.

Entering the country illegally is bad enough, but to then commit crimes against innocent Americans is completely unacceptable.

Mississippi is home to a significant level of national defense work, such as shipbuilding, aircraft manufacturing, and critical research.

The importance of the Army Corps of Engineers to public safety and economic activity in Mississippi can't be understated.

It is simply unfair for the Internal Revenue Service to lay claim to the bulk of a small business or farm when a death occurs. Federal tax policy should instead be geared toward helping the next generation keep these family-owned operations alive.