“The Women’s Equality Agenda announced by Governor Cuomo aligns with the Assembly’s long held position on women's equity and moves New York toward finally erasing the gender gap once and for all. We must assure that all women are treated and compensated...

Looking to protect energy consumers throughout New York State, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) announced that her legislation to restore a consumer protection representative to the state Energy Planning Board has passed through the Assembly Committee...

In her continued efforts to help Mid-Hudson Valley farmers and ensure seniors have access to high-quality food, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) announced that legislation she sponsored to establish a Farm-to-Senior program has passed the Assembly...

Albany, NY – Senator Terry Gipson (D-Rhinebeck) and Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) have introduced the Lyme Disease Doctor Protection Bill. The legislation aims to protect doctors by allowing them to prescribe long-term antibiotic therapy to...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D- Hudson) announced her bill to restore a consumer protection representative on the state Energy Planning Board has gained Senate sponsorship from Senator Cecilia Tkaczyk (A.7069). The bill passed the Assembly in 2012 unanimously....

“Vito Lopez should resign immediately – or face expulsion. Is there no end to the audacity of this man? There is simply no place in our society for sexual harassment of any kind. “All my adult life I have advocated for the empowerment of women...

In an effort to help farmers throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley and Capital Regions, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) and Senator Terry Gipson (D-Rhinebeck) have introduced legislation in their respective houses that would lessen costs for farmers...

“There is no place in our society for sexual harassment of any kind and I think that Assemblyman Lopez should resign. “I have spent my adult life advocating for the empowerment of women and girls. Victims should never feel threatened or deterred...

“The recent arrests of elected officials in New York have left me outraged and saddened. Public service is an honor and a privilege. These corruption allegations show a betrayal of trust and a profound lack of respect for the people of the state by...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) is encouraging area families to participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 27. The event, which has been held for the past six years, is a chance for local residents with expired or...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D – Hudson) has announced that she helped pass several measures that would enhance protections for victims of domestic violence as well as provide them with additional help through challenging circumstances. “Too often,...

In a move that signals great news for the Mid-Hudson Valley, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) applauded the recent announcement to allow family farms in New York State to grow from 199 cows to 299 cows before certain costly standards apply....

In an ongoing effort to help local business owners create new jobs and grow their businesses, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) made seven more stops in the district on her “Where the Jobs Are” tour last week. The tour gives her the chance...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D–Millbrook) has announced that the 2013-14 state budget she helped pass includes funding for economic and agriculture programs and tax breaks that will help businesses and promote job growth across New York State, particularly...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D – Mid-Hudson) announced that the 2013-14 New York State Budget includes a $75 million increase to rehabilitate roads and bridges as part of the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS). This program...

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) announced that the 2013-14 Assembly budget proposal would focus on improving the economy across New York State by encouraging job and business growth through numerous business-friendly proposals, including tax...

In an effort to maintain a constant and open line of communication with constituents across the Mid-Hudson Valley, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) is starting her second annual Diner Stop Tour on Friday, Feb. 15. “I am fortunate to represent...

In an effort to talk one-on-one with local employers and find new job opportunities for Mid-Hudson Valley families, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid Hudson) announced the start of her “Where the Jobs Are Tour.” The tour’s kickoff coincides with...