Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement regarding the United States and Israel's "Operation Epic Fury" mission on the Iranian Regime: "Iran is facing the consequences of its dangerous and destabilizing actions. For decades, the regime has pursued nuclear ambitions while supporting terrorist organizations and threatening American lives, our allies, and stability acros... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement in response to President Trump's State of the Union Address: “Tonight, the President highlighted priorities that matter to families and workers across Mississippi — lowering taxes, rewarding hard work, and strengthening our nation’s security. Eliminating taxes on tips and overtime pay puts more money back into the pockets of hardworki... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) announced that Frank Mallette of Vancleave, Mississippi, will join him in Washington as his guest for this year’s State of the Union Address. Mallette is a respected construction professional and road builder whose work has helped improve infrastructure and strengthen communities across South Mississippi. Through decades of hands-on experience, he has played an impor... Read More »
This week, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) was honored with the inaugural Main Street Policy Impact Award in recognition of his leadership in advancing policies that strengthen Main Street economic development across South Mississippi and nationwide. The award recognizes extraordinary efforts at the federal level to support revitalization of downtown districts and commercial corridors through the M... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) applauded Congress for advancing 11 of the 12 appropriations bills, a major step toward funding the federal government through regular order and delivering critical investments for national security, border enforcement, disaster readiness, and local priorities — including key wins for Mississippi’s Fourth District. “For the first time in years, Congress is mov... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) earned an A+ rating for 2025 on the Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America National Pro-Life Scorecard, recognizing his strong, consistent record defending the sanctity of life. The scorecard evaluates votes and actions of every Member of Congress during the first session of the 119th Congress, measuring support for policies that protect unborn children, women, and famili... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) today introduced legislation to redesignate the United States Postal Service facility located at 825 Highway 198 in Beaumont, Mississippi, as the Jeremy Malone Post Office, honoring the life and legacy of George County Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Malone, who was killed in the line of duty. On January 4, 2024, Deputy Malone was tragically killed during a traffic stop on Hig... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement about the ongoing situation in Minneapolis: The incident in Minneapolis was entirely preventable. Unfortunately, the reckless and unlawful actions of Renee Good left U.S. ICE agents with no choice but to defend themselves and the officers supporting them. Forcefully blocking an active federal investigation is illegal. Using a v... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04), Chairman of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee, today welcomed the U.S. Coast Guard’s decision to return Coast Guard Station Pascagoula to full response operations, marking a major step forward for maritime security and economic activity along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Coast Guard announced that, in conjunction with Assignment Year 2026, ... Read More »
This week, Congressman Mike Ezell (R-MS), Chairman of the House Coast Guard & Maritime Transportation Subcommittee, joined U.S. Coast Guard and Austal USA leadership for the keel laying of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Pickering (OPC 919) — the first Heritage-class Offshore Patrol Cutter to be constructed at Austal USA’s Mobile shipyard. The ceremony marks the official authentication of the vessel’s... Read More »
The U.S. House of Representatives today approved S. 1071, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (NDAA), which includes Transportation and Infrastructure Committee legislation to strengthen, support, and authorize funding through fiscal year 2027 for the United States Coast Guard and its critical missions to safeguard the nation’s borders, facilitate maritime commerce, ensure ... Read More »
Consumers across America rely on the nation’s maritime shipping industry. To maintain this essential logistics system and keep consumer prices low, Reps. Mike Ezell (MS-04) and Kevin Mullin (CA-15) introduced the bipartisan Dredging Coordination Improvement Act. As cargo and passenger ships increase in size, it’s become even more important for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to dredge shipping ch... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement after voting to end the Democrat-led government shutdown: “After more than 40 days of unnecessary pain and uncertainty, Senate Democrats have finally agreed to reopen the government — something Republicans, President Trump, and millions of hardworking Americans have been demanding for weeks. I was happy to vote to reopen the governmen... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) today introduced the NFIP Retroactive Renewal and Reauthorization Act, legislation to immediately restore the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and ensure that those who plan to renew are not punished due to the Democrat-led government shutdown. Because of the ongoing shutdown, NFIP has lapsed — meaning no new flood insurance policies can be issued or renewed. ... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) joined members of Mississippi’s Congressional Delegation in sending a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) urging the agency to approve the City of Biloxi’s Second Appeal for full funding of remaining water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructure repairs stemming from Hurricane Katrina. The appeal seeks an additional $111 million in proje... Read More »
