U.S. Representative for Mississippi’s 4th District
Mike Ezell
Position · +0.56
- In office
- House 2023–now
3 years in CongressMore senior than 18% of the House - Breaks on
- Economics and Public Finance 14% · Agriculture and Food 13%
- Committees
- Natural Resources · Transportation and Infrastructure
- Bills on
- Public Lands and Natural Resources · Emergency Management · Crime and Law Enforcement
- Age
- 67
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
Where Ezell has influence
Roles
- Vice Chair · Water, Wildlife and Fisheries (Natural Resources)
- Chairman · Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation (Transportation and Infrastructure)
- Natural Resources · 18th in seniority on the majority side
- Transportation and Infrastructure · 20th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 5745 Marine Fisheries Habitat Protection Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 6995 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 825 Highway 198 in Beaumont, Mississippi, as the "Jeremy Malone Post Office". · Out of committee
- H.R. 2294 To reauthorize the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act of 2009. · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 2293 Cormorant Relief Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Not enough statements yet.
Where Ezell breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Ezell voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Economics and Public Finance 14% · 7 of 50 party 7%
- Agriculture and Food 13% · 1 of 8 party 13%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Ezell broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 09/15/26 | Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 a diesel emissions reduction program under which the Environmental Protection Agency provides grants,…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/15/26 | Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 06/03/26 | Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill revises and reauthorizes for seven years the Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative and its Northwest Straits Advisory…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 05/15/26 | Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 04/30/26 | Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill (commonly known as the farm bill) reauthorizes through FY2031 and modifies Department of Agriculture programs that addressBroke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Ezell is saying
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Disaster Protection Act, led by Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04), Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10), and Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds (MP-AL), passed the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure’s markup, bringing…
“Communities across South Mississippi know firsthand that recovering from a natural disaster is difficult enough without unnecessary hurdles from the federal government.”
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Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) announced that his Marine Fisheries Habitat Protection Act (H.R. 5745) passed the House Committee on Natural Resources, advancing the bipartisan legislation toward consideration by the full House.
“Along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, we know the tremendous value healthy fisheries provide to our economy, our communities, and our way of life.”
Mentions H.R. 5745
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Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04), Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, recently published an opinion piece recognizing the 236th Anniversary of the United States…
“The Coast Guard has faithfully protected our nation for 236 years, and Mississippi has proudly been part of that legacy. As Chairman of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee, I remain committed to ensuring these brave men and women have the resources they need to defend our nation, protect our…”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Ezell voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 81 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Ezell’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 25
- Action in committee 13
- Action beyond committee 6
- Passed chamber 4
- Became law 0
25 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 2 significant (got a roll call vote), 22 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 29 sponsored billsSponsored 29 (House median 25) · cosponsored 218 (median 289), 22 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Public Lands and Natural Resources, Emergency Management, Crime and Law Enforcement.
- H.R. 9802 MARA Act of 2026Public Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9674 United States Coast Guard Corrosion Control Assistance Team Pilot Program ActTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Jul 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9673 MARA Act of 2026Public Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Jul 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9650 Vessel Identification Protection Act of 2026Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Jul 13, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 5745 Marine Fisheries Habitat Protection ActProtects marine fisheries habitats through conservation and management requirements. AI-readPublic Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Jun 22, 2026 Out of committee
- H.Con.Res. 98 Expressing support for America's law enforcement professionals.Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced May 12, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8542 Offshore Parity Act of 2026Establishes parity between onshore and offshore oil and gas leasing programs. AI-readPublic Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Apr 28, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 3585 Capacity Building for Business Districts Pilot Program Act of 2025Commerce · Introduced Mar 18, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 155 | 88% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 61% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 59 | 80% | Pro |
| Energy | 38 | 76% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 85% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 70% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 87% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 86% | Pro |
| Commerce | 27 | 89% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 25 | 48% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 21 | 81% | Pro |
| Immigration | 17 | 76% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 64% | Pro |
| Education | 14 | 71% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 45% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 11 | 91% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 63% | Pro |
| Taxation | 8 | 100% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 71% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 100% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RMike JohnsonLA-499%agreement
- RBrian JackGA-398%agreement
- RMichael GuestMS-397%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Ezell most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Ezell’s campaign raised $990K: $464K (47%) from individuals and $477K (48%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $123K.
Through Jun 30, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Ezell
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 164.
- National Association of Realtors Membership group PAC
- Chevron Corporation Corporate PAC
- Matson, Inc. Federal Election Committee Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Ezell this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inEzell’s own leadership PAC: New Sheriff PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Ezell’s measures across every Congress on file.
Start with a free account Log inRésumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, MS-4Republican2023–present
Seat
- State
- Mississippi
- District
- 4
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 67
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-5772
443 Cannon House Office Building - District offices
- Hattiesburg, Laurel, Gulfport, Pascagoula
- Website
- ezell.house.gov
- repezell
- repmikeezell
- YouTube
- UCseRXy2_n4j97lndfkQ_hAw
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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