Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) announced that she has introduced legislation that would define Wappinger Creek as an inland waterway (A.8315) – this bill is supported in the senate by State Senator Terry Gipson (D). The creek, which is vital...

In recent months, I have had the opportunity to talk with many members of our community -- teachers, administrators, parents and students -- about the state of education in New York State, particularly the critical and controversial issues of Common Core,...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) has authored a bill that would clear up language in the real property tax code to ensure all combat veterans who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan are getting the property tax breaks that they’re entitled to (A....

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) has authored a bill that would clear up language in the real property tax code to ensure all combat veterans who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan are getting the property tax breaks that they’re entitled to (A....

“Today, our region was awarded over $130 million in vital funding by the Regional Economic Development Council in order to continue with smart investments that will help our economy advance by, spurring job creation, technological innovation, and promoting...

“Today, our region was awarded over $130 million in vital funding by the Regional Economic Development Council in order to continue with smart investments that will help our economy advance by spurring job creation, technological innovation, and promoting...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid-Hudson) participated in an Assembly hearing on how the state promotes New York farm products, hearing testimony from a range of stakeholders from the acting commissioner of the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid-Hudson) participated in an Assembly hearing on how the state promotes New York farm products, hearing testimony from a range of stakeholders from the acting commissioner of the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) is spreading the word that the U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs is now offering private dental insurance plans to all veterans and family members who receive health care under the Civilian Health and Medical...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) is spreading the word that the U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs is now offering private dental insurance plans to all veterans and family members who receive health care under the Civilian Health and Medical...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) announced that she will be hosting a roundtable on mental health issues affecting the Mid-Hudson Valley region. This discussion will take place on Thursday, Dec. 5, at the Omega Center for Sustainable Living...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) is reminding homeowners currently receiving the STAR property tax exemption to register before Dec. 31 to continue receiving the benefit in 2014. The registration requirement does not apply to seniors receiving...

Highlighting the importance of agriculture to her district and New York State, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) is promoting scholarships available for high school seniors and college undergrads who are interested in studying agriculture at...

Over the past month, public utility companies have been submitting applications to the Public Service Commission in response to Governor Cuomo’s New York Energy Highway Blueprint. This initiative calls for the investment of billions of dollars in new...

Hudson- Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D – Mid-Hudson) turned her Hudson office in to an art gallery in order to host a special opening of colorful art work of the local community done by the talented Dan Rupe. The event gave Barrett the opportunity...

Poughkeepsie - Earlier today, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid-Hudson) hosted the first Hudson Valley Girls Summit. This summit brought together 30 participants from over 20 organizations and programs that advocate on behalf of girls in the Mid-Hudson...

“I am both honored and proud of this recognition by the Environmental Advocates of New York. We are so fortunate to live in an area that is home to many valuable natural resources, which is precisely why supporting initiatives that will protect and...

Ghent – Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) recently sent a letter to Pat Grattan, Chairman of the Columbia County Board of Supervisors, asking him to hold off on plans to expand the Columbia County Airport until a comprehensive study on the impact...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) has secured more than $15.5 million in new funding that will be invested in local bridge and road repairs as a part of the NY Works capital program. This funding will allow the Department of Transportation (DOT)...