Assemblymember Barrett: We Must Hold Large Corporations Accountable and Protect Taxpayer Dollars
Feb 6, 2014
“Each year, the state shells out millions of taxpayer funds in an effort to protect and grow jobs in our communities. When these dollars go to big corporations who, despite the benefits, continue to lay-off workers and outsource local jobs, they must...
Assemblymember Didi Barrett’s Diner Stop Tour is Coming to Millerton!
Feb 4, 2014
Just last month, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) kicked-off her third annual mobile district office “Diner Stop Tour.” In case you missed it, her second stop of the 2014 Diner Stop Tour will take place this Friday, Feb. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to...
In Our Own Community Every Day is Veterans Day
Jan 30, 2014
When Vassar College students returned last week for the new semester, among the second term freshmen returning to the cloistered campus in the Town of Poughkeepsie, was a group of U.S. veterans in their twenties and thirties who served in Iraq and Afghanistan...
Assemblymember Barrett: WEA Levels Playing Field for Women
Jan 27, 2014
In her ongoing efforts to combat discrimination and societal bias that exists against the women of New York State, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) announced that the Assembly once again passed the Women’s Equality Act. This act would level the...
Assemblymember Didi Barrett Responds to Governor’s 2014-15 Budget Proposal
Jan 21, 2014
“The ideas put forth by the governor in today's budget proposal are a good starting point as we begin the budget process. I was encouraged as the governor outlined his proposal for much needed tax relief for homeowners and businesses. It was also promising...
Assemblymember Didi Barrett is Bringing Her District Office to a Diner Near You!
Jan 17, 2014
To maintain a constant and open line of communication with folks across her widespread Hudson Valley district, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Hudson) is bringing her office to a diner near you in her third annual mobile district office “Diner Stop Tour.”...
Assemblymember Barrett Calls on Governor to Increase School Aid in the 2014-15 Budget
Jan 13, 2014
Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Mid-Hudson) joined her colleagues in the legislature at a press conference, calling on the governor to increase school aid, in an equitable formula, by $1.9 billion in the 2014-15 state budget in order to overcome a slew...
Assemblymember Didi Barrett’s Reaction to the Governor’s State of the State Address
Jan 8, 2014
“The governor has outlined another ambitious agenda with many good items that will create more opportunities for our hard-working families and will have lasting, positive effects throughout the Hudson Valley. Alleviating the tax burden has been a top...
Assemblymember Barrett Introduces Measure to Make Wappinger Creek Cleanup Eligible for Federal Funding
Jan 3, 2014
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...
Parsing Education Issues in New York State
Dec 18, 2013
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 Barrett Authors Bill to Ensure Combat Vets of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars Receive Real Property Tax Breaks
Dec 17, 2013
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 Barrett Authors Bill to Ensure Combat Vets of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars Receive Real Property Tax Breaks
Dec 17, 2013
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 Barrett: Regional Economic Development Councils Award Vital Funding for Our Communities
Dec 11, 2013
“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 Barrett: Regional Economic Development Councils Award Vital Funding For Our Communities
Dec 11, 2013
“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 Barrett Attends Hearing on Promoting Agri-Business in the State
Dec 10, 2013
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 Barrett Attends Hearing on Promoting Agri-Business in the State
Dec 10, 2013
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: Extension of Veterans Benefits to Include Low-Cost Dental Insurance
Dec 9, 2013
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: Extension of Veterans Benefits to Include Low-Cost Dental Insurance
Dec 9, 2013
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 Barrett to Host a Roundtable on Mental Health
Dec 4, 2013
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 Barrett Urges Homeowners to Register for STAR Exemption before Dec. 31 Deadline
Dec 3, 2013
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...
