Today, Representatives Mike Ezell (R-MS-04), Bonamici (D-OR-01), Weber (R-TX-14), Dingell (R-MI-06), Radewagen (R-AS), and David (D-IL-07), introduced legislation to reauthorize the Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) for the next five fiscal years, maintaining its authorized funding level at $56 million annually. The bill ensures continued support for critical ocean monitoring efforts that b... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) and Congresswoman Laura Friedman (CA-30) introduced the Don’t Penalize Victims Act to ensure that donations like those from faith-based organizations, community fundraisers, and platforms like GoFundMe do not make disaster victims ineligible for FEMA benefits. "Disaster victims shouldn’t have to choose between accepting help from their neighbors and receiving ... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) recently joined fellow lawmakers at the White House for the signing of S.J. Res. 11, a crucial resolution aimed at overturning the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) rule put in place by the Biden administration which severely restricted American energy production on the Outer Continental Shelf. "This is a great day for American energy independence and for th... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) joined Congressman Troy Nehls (TX-22) and a coalition of coastal members in introducing the bipartisan Save Our Shrimpers Act of 2025. This bipartisan legislation would prohibit federal funds from being made available to International Financial Institutions (IFIs) to finance any activity relating to shrimp farming, shrimp processing, or the export of shrimp fr... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) announced that his Congressional Review Act (CRA) joint resolution of disapproval, aimed at reversing the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) rule restricting oil and gas production on the Outer Continental Shelf, has successfully passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote total of 221 Yeas, 202 Nays, 1 Present. The resolution now advances to Pr... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s joint address to Congress: "Tonight, President Trump laid out a clear vision for the future of our nation—one that prioritizes securing our borders, reining in out-of-control government spending, and putting the American people first. I wholeheartedly support his commitment to restoring law and order, st... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) joint resolution of disapproval to reverse the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) rule that targeted oil and gas production in the outer continental shelf. "The Biden administration steamrolled the American energy sector with burdensome regulations on U.S. oil and gas production, driving up costs and stifling... Read More »
Yesterday, Representatives Mike Ezell (MS-04) and Troy Carter (LA-02), introduced H.R. 1514, the Mississippi River Basin Fisheries Commission Act of 2025, to establish the Mississippi River Basin Fishery Commission, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at protecting and enhancing one of America’s most vital waterways. This commission will ensure the long-term health of fisheries, habitats, and the ec... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) announced his nominations from Mississippi's Fourth Congressional District for consideration for acceptance into the United States Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval Academies in the Class of 2029. "It is one of my greatest privileges as the Congressman for Mississippi's Fourth District to nominate exceptional students for consideration to our U.S... Read More »
Today, Congressman Ezell released the following statement after voting in favor of the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of (HALT) Fentanyl Act, which would permanently schedule fentanyl-related analogues as a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substances Act: "The passage of the HALT Fentanyl Act is a crucial step in our fight against the opioid crisis," Ezell said. "By permanently classifying f... Read More »
Today, Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee Chairman Mike Ezell (MS-04) delivered the following remarks at a hearing, entitled “America Builds: Maritime Infrastructure”: Click here or above to watch Ezell's full remarks Before I get into my remarks on the topic of this hearing today, I first want to send my condolences to all who were impacted by the tragic accident last week near ... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement after two bills he introduced, H.R. 152, the Federal Disaster Assistance Coordination Act and H.R. 153, the Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act, to improve the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and government-wide disaster management, passed the U.S. House of Representatives: "I am proud to see these two... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) has been selected by Chairman Sam Graves (MO-06) to serve as the Vice Chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee for the 119th Congress. “I am deeply honored to be selected by Chairman Sam Graves to serve as his Vice Chair for the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee," Ezell said. "During my time on this Committee, I have seen a stron... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) introduced the Preserving Safe Communities by Ending Swatting Act of 2025 with Reps. David Kustoff (TN-08), John Rutherford (FL-05), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Laurel Lee (FL-15), Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Henry Cuellar (TX-28), and Seth Magaziner (RI-02). The companion bill was introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), and M... Read More »
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) has been selected by Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-4) to serve on the House Natural Resources Committee for the 119th Congress. Within the Committee, Ezell will serve as Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries, and the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources. "I thank Chairman Westerman for his confidence in me. I am honored to be selected... Read More »
