Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) and Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) announced a $1,000,000 grant to Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport to replace and install a passenger boarding bridge that has reached the end of its useful life. This crucial funding will enhance the airport's infrastructure, improving both efficiency and safety for travelers. "The Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is a ... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) presented Colt Bergman with a Congressional Award Gold Medal, the highest Congressional honor for America's youth. Bergman completed 400 hours of voluntary public service, 200 hours of personal development, 200 hours of physical fitness, and a 5-day, 4-night trip over the span of 24 months to complete the Congressional Award program. "The Congressional Award ... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement after being named a “Guardian of Small Business” by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s largest small business organization: "Fighting for pro-small business legislation remains a key issue for me in Congress," Ezell said. "I’m honored to be named a “Guardian of Small Business” in recognition of my eff... Read More »
Today, the House Transporation and Infrastructure Committee concluded a full committee markup where members voted to pass a number of bipartisan bills, including legislation led by Congressman Ezell, to strengthen critical infrastructure, hold fraudulent actors in the transportation sector accountable, to make the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) work efficiently, and more. Congressman E... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement reflecting on the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States of America: "As we mark the anniversary of one of the worst days in American history, the September 11th terrorist attacks, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost on that tragic day. We honor the bravery of the first responders, many... Read More »
Today, Rep. Mike Ezell (MS-04) joined Rep. Randy Feenstra (IA-04) and Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) in a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan urging the Biden administration to overturn its de facto electric mandate on trucks, tractors, buses, and semis. The final rule is entitled “Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles – Phase 3” and was publ... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS04) released the following statement after voting in support of the Fiscal Year (FY2025) 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): "I am proud to vote in favor of advancing this year’s national defense bill. This is an important first step toward providing critical support for our brave servicemembers and their families as threats rise around the world," Ezel... Read More »
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) and U.S. Representative Mike Ezell (R-MS-04) led a bipartisan, bicameral resolution recognizing the 82nd anniversary of the establishment of the United States Naval Construction Force, known as the “Seabees,” and thanking them for their service to our country. The lead Democratic sponsors are U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and U.S. Represen... Read More »
The biggest challenge facing Congress in 2024 is securing our southern border. Last year alone, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recorded over 2.9 million encounters at the Southwest border—more than the entire population of Mississippi. As a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, it’s my responsibility to ensure the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is keeping our nation... Read More »
Following reports that employees of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) were involved in the planning and execution of Hamas's October 7th attacks on Israel, Congressman Mike Ezell called on his colleagues to pass the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) Accountability and Transparency Act (H.R. 1102). Congressman Ezell was an original cosponsor of H.R. 1102, which was int... Read More »
Breaking bread, networking and learning more about government from local leaders — that’s what the Third Annual Government Breakfast at St. Stanislaus is about. Two seniors from the college discussed their educational experiences while Rep. Mike Ezell talked about national politics as well as the youth movement he’s seen in Washington, D.C. Along with Congressman Ezell, Mayor Jimmy Rafferty of Pas... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell joined House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (LA-01) and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) in filing a Supreme Court amicus brief in the case Donald J. Trump v. Norma Anderson, et al. The amicus brief was also joined by 135 other House Republicans and 41 other Senate Republicans. In Trump v. Anderson, the U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether former President Donald Trump should rem... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell released the following statement after voting against the Senate Amendment to H.R. 2872, the Further Additional Continuing Appropriations and other Extensions Act: "I came to Washington to change how things operate. We can’t keep extending out-of-control spending levels while doing nothing to secure our southern border. That’s why I voted against a clean continuing resolutio... Read More »
America’s seafood industry has long been a vital contributor to our economy, with the seafood supply chain supporting more than 1.8 million jobs nationwide, but you may be surprised to learn that the U.S. currently imports far more seafood than it produces. This Congress, our colleagues have the power to change that by joining with us to support the expansion of offshore aquaculture. Here in the U... Read More »
This week, Congressmen Mike Ezell received an A+ rating for his work to protect life during the 118th Congress from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, one of the nation's most prominent pro-life organizations. "I'm honored to have earned the highest rating possible from SBA Pro-Life America," said Congressman Ezell. "I'll continue fighting to support babies and mothers, prevent tax dollars from go... Read More »
