Representative Mike Ezell

Dear [salutation],

This week, my team and I finished out the district work period the same way we started it: traveling across South Mississippi to meet with constituents and talk about the issues that matter to them. Here are a few quick updates:

Showing Up in South Mississippi

I made two town hall stops this week. The first was in George County at the Lucedale Public Library. I talked about my work in Congress and took questions from constituents from several counties.

After I finished speaking, my staff was able to help several of the attendees begin solving issues with the VA and other federal agencies. I have a fantastic team, and I'm grateful for the work they do everyday for the people of South Mississippi.

If you have an issue we can help with, you can visit my website, ezell.house.gov, or contact us at on of the offices listed at the bottom of this email.

Congressman Ezell answers a question at his Lucedale Town Hall.

I joined my friends at Americans for Prosperity, a conservative grassroots organization, for another town hall in Poplarville. We had a great conversation about the work we have been doing to help our state and our communities thrive.

I was able to talk about House Republicans' efforts to cut red tape and get government out of the way, as well as my commitment to be a workhorse, not a show horse. I'm grateful to AFP's Mississippi leadership for inviting me to this event and for the work they do to advocate for conservative principles.

Congressman Ezell stands with representatives from Americans For Prosperity.

Thanks to everyone who attended our town halls and shared their thoughts and opinions. While we may not agree on everything, these conversations are an important part of our democracy. As I return to Washington, I'm energized knowing that so many Mississippians are passionate and invested in the future of our state.

Ensuring Our Voices are Heard

When the Bonnet Carré Spillway was opened in 2019, many members of the Mississippi Gulf Coast community, especially business owners, lost everything.

During a subcommittee hearing earlier this year, I questioned Mr. Michael Connor, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, about the Army Corps of Engineers' management of the Spillway. Mr. Connor committed to including Mississippi Gulf Coast community leaders and business owners in the Corps' recently announced Lower Mississippi River Comprehensive Management Study.

This week Senator Wicker and I led a letter to the Corps to remind them of Mr. Connor's promise and ensure Mississippians have a voice on the future of the spillway. You can read the full letter here:

I'm grateful to Congressmen Trent Kelly, Michael Guest, and Bennie Thompson for joining us in this bipartisan effort.

Supporting Rural Communities

I made several stops in Greene and Wayne counties this week. We discussed the infrastructure needs facing our rural communities and the problems those communities have with healthcare access, especially for veterans. We also talked about the employment issues still facing small business owners across South Mississippi.

Rep. Ezell with the Greene County Board of Supervisors

I don't pretend to have all the answers, but I'm proud of the work we've done since January. House Republicans have led on the issues that matter, including energy independence, border security, and parental rights.

It's been great to be at home during this district work period, and I'm grateful for all the Mississippians who have shared their opinions, cares, and ideas with me over the last several weeks.

This morning, it was announced that the federal disaster declaration for the June tornadoes and severe weather has been updated to include Greene, Jones, and Perry counties, as well as Jackson and Wayne.

Homeowners and renters in these counties who were affected by the storms can now apply for FEMA disaster assistance.

Homeowners or renters with insurance should also file a claim with their insurer. FEMA cannot duplicate benefits for losses covered by insurance. For more information, you can visit FEMA's website here or contact my office.

I'm proud to serve as your United States Congressman. If you have any questions about pending legislation or need help with a federal agency, please contact my office.

Sincerely,

Mike Ezell
Member of Congress

Showing Up in South Mississippi

Ensuring Our Voices are Heard

Supporting Rural Communities

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