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Ezell Applauds Navy Investment in Ingalls Shipbuilding to Advance Next-Generation Frigate Program

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Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) welcomed the U.S. Navy’s announcement of a $283 million contract award to HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Division in Pascagoula, Mississippi, to support the development of the Navy’s next-generation guided missile frigate program. The contract will fund long-lead time material procurement, continued design adaptation work from the U.S. Coast Guard’s…

Ezell, Carter, Higgins, Figures Introduce Bipartisan Offshore Parity Act to Expand Gulf State Boundaries

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Today, Representatives Mike Ezell (MS-04), Troy A. Carter, Sr. (LA-02), Clay Higgins (LA-03), and Shomari Figures (AL-02) introduced the Offshore Parity Act, bipartisan legislation to establish equal offshore boundaries for Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama—bringing them in line with Texas and Florida. Under current law, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama have jurisdiction…

Ezell Joins Bipartisan Effort to Address Rising Homeowner Insurance Costs

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Congressmen Mike Ezell (MS-04), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Gabe Evans (CO-08), and Troy A. Carter Sr. (LA-02) introduced the bipartisan Commission on Natural Disaster Risk Management and Insurance Act, a bill to create a nonpartisan commission to study natural disaster insurance affordability and report policy recommendations to Congress within two years. As economic…

PASSED BY HOUSE: Ezell Bill Honoring Fallen Deputy Jeremy Malone

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Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) announced that his legislation to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 825 Highway 198 in Beaumont, Mississippi, as the Jeremy Malone Post Office passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill honors the life and legacy of George County Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Malone, who was tragically killed in the line of duty on January 4,…

Ezell, Hyde-Smith Sign Amicus Brief to SCOTUS Opposing New York Attempt to Undermine Federal Firearms Law

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Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) and U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) are among 77 lawmakers who have signed an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a Second Circuit ruling and uphold the Second Amendment by preventing New York from bypassing the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). Signed by 22 U.S. Senators and 55 U.S. Representatives, the…

PASSED BY HOUSE: Ezell Bill to Strengthen Coastal Monitoring and Resilience

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Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) announced that his legislation, H.R. 2294, to reauthorize the Integrated Ocean Observation System (IOOS), passed the U.S. House of Representatives last night. The bill ensures the continued operation and modernization of a critical national system that provides real-time data on ocean conditions, weather patterns, and coastal…

Ezell Accepts AAPA’s 2026 Port Person of the Year Award

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At this year’s annual Legislative Summit, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) received the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) 2026 Port Person of the Year award for his steadfast commitment to the seaport and maritime industry. "It is an honor and a privilege to be named AAPA’s Port Person of the Year for my work to strengthen our nation’s economic vitality and national security…

Ezell Statement on the U.S. and Israel's 'Operation Epic Fury'

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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…

Ezell Responds to President Trump’s State of the Union Address

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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…

Ezell Announces Frank Mallette as State of the Union Guest

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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…