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Asm. Didi Barrett
District 106
Democrat
First elected 2011
Didi Barrett has represented AD-106, a D+13 district, since first winning election in 2011 and holds a 2026 base lean of D+14, rated Likely D even under a favorable Republican environment. Her electoral history includes three competitive races — a 1.6-point margin in 2014, an 8.6-point margin in 2012, and an 8.8-point margin in 2022 — though her 2024 result widened to a 14.6-point win over Stephan L. Krakower. The district is predominantly suburban and rural in character, with a 72.8% homeownership rate, 76.5% white population, median household income of $91,020, and a voter registration breakdown of 38.3% Democrat, 25.8% Republican, and 29.5% Independent. Barrett's 64 sponsored bills in the 2025 session concentrate most heavily in Public Service (12 bills) and Public Authorities (5 bills), with additional activity in Tax, Education, Executive, and Labor law, reflecting a legislative identity centered on energy infrastructure, utility regulation, and workforce policy.AI
Vulnerability Index AD-106
Base lean: D+14
Favorable D
Neutral
Favorable R
Scenario model: ±5pt national environment shift applied to district base lean (D+14). Base lean blends voter registration (40%) with recent contested general election margins (60%), using up to the last 4 general elections with margins under 40 points. Ratings: Safe D/R = 15+ pts, Likely = 8–14 pts, Lean = 3–7 pts, Toss-up = within 2 pts. Generic ballot from Silver Bulletin (Nate Silver), as of 5/1/2026. Not a prediction — reflects structural competitiveness under different cycle environments.
Electoral History AD-106
General Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Didi Barrett 57.3% (40,541) | Stephan L. Krakower 42.7% (30,219) | 14.6pts |
| 2022 | Didi Barrett 54.4% (30,671) | Brandon Craig Gaylord 45.6% (25,688) | ⚡ 8.8pts |
| 2020 | Didi Barrett 57.6% (37,189) | Dean Michael 42.4% (27,405) | 15.2pts |
| 2018 | Didi Barrett 55.4% (28,784) | William G. Truitt 44.6% (23,160) | 10.8pts |
| 2016 | Didi Barrett 55.8% (30,325) | Terry Sullivan 44.2% (23,973) | 11.6pts |
| 2014 | Didi Barrett 50.8% (18,242) | Michael N. Kelsey 49.2% (17,665) | ⚡ 1.6pts |
| 2012 | Didi Barrett 54.3% (28,297) | David Byrne 45.7% (23,797) | ⚡ 8.6pts |
| 2010 | Ronald J. Canestrari 100.0% (26,583) | Uncontested | — |
| 2008 | Ronald J. Canestrari 100.0% (37,952) | Uncontested | — |
| 2006 | Ronald J. Canestrari 72.0% (25,669) | Kandi S. Terry 26.1% (9,317) | 45.9pts |
| 2004 | Ronald J. Canestrari 100.0% (35,085) | Uncontested | — |
| 2002 | Ronald J. Canestrari 76.9% (26,908) | Edmond L. Day 23.1% (8,071) | 53.8pts |
| 2000 | Ronald J. Canestrari 77.3% (29,473) | Mike P. Mihalko 22.7% (8,636) | 54.6pts |
| 1998 | Ronald J. Canestrari 75.1% (24,414) | John J. Ferrannini, III 24.9% (8,090) | 50.2pts |
| 1996 | Ronald J. Canestrari 93.0% (31,941) | Paul T. Miller 7.0% (2,396) | 86.0pts |
Primary Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 (Democratic) | Didi Barrett 57.1% (4,828) | Claire Elizabeth Cousin 42.9% (3,623) | 14.2pts |
| 2022 (Republican) | Brandon Craig Gaylord 53.3% (1,848) | Dean Michael 46.7% (1,619) | ⚡ 6.6pts |
| 2018 (Independence) | Didi Barrett 50.7% (261) | William G. Truitt 49.3% (254) | ⚡ 1.4pts |
| 2018 (Women's Equality) | William G. Truitt 53.8% (7) | Didi Barrett 46.2% (6) | ⚡ 7.6pts |
| 2012 (Independence) | David Byrne 53.4% (205) | Didi Barrett 46.6% (179) | ⚡ 6.8pts |
Source: NYS Board of Elections certified results. ⚡ = margin under 10 pts. District history reflects 2022 redistricted boundaries.
Voter Registration
District 106 Profile
Population
138,394
Median income
$91,020
Median rent
$1,500
Homeownership
72.8%
Education (BA+)
41.8%
Poverty rate
9.9%
Uninsured rate
3.2%
Unemployment rate
4.6%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024).
Demographics
White
76.5%
Black
7.1%
Hispanic
9.2%
Asian
3.8%
Median age
45.0
Foreign born
9.4%
Limited English households
1.8%
Veterans
5.3%
Disability rate
14.8%
Commute Mode
Drive alone
65.5%
Public transit
3.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2024). Race and ethnicity figures may not sum to 100% — Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity category that overlaps with racial groups.
Legislative Activity (2025–2026)
Bills sponsored
64
Floor debate appearances
25
Years in office
15
Bill sponsorship from NYS Open Legislation API. Joint hearing appearances from NYS Senate hearing transcripts.
Floor Session Activity 2025–2026
A00340-A / S[NUMBER NOT SPECIFIED]
PASSED
2026-04-20
Manufactured home park rent increase justification requirements
The Assembly passed A00340-A, requiring manufactured home park owners to provide written justification for rent and fee increases exceeding 3 percent. The bill aims to protect vulnerable residents—many seniors and families on fixed incomes—from sudden burdensome increases. However, the measure drew significant opposition from those concerned it will discourage necessary infrastructure investment. Asm. Jensen warned the bill creates perverse economic incentives, making property owners less likely to invest in roads, sewer systems, water infrastructure, and electrical upgrades if they cannot easily recover costs through rent increases. He argued this could lead to aging infrastructure and declining conditions that ultimately harm residents more than protect them. Jensen called for amendments establishing a clear capital improvement recovery mechanism and differentiating between routine maintenance and capital investment. The bill passed on a party-line vote with the Majority Conference supporting and the Republican Conference generally opposed.
A00340-A / S[NUMBER NOT SPECIFIED]
PASSED
2026-04-20
Manufactured Home Park Rent Increase Justification Requirements
The Assembly passed A00340-A, legislation clarifying rent increase notification requirements in manufactured home parks. The bill requires community owners to provide written justification when notifying residents of rent or fee increases exceeding 3 percent, with documentation available upon request. Sponsor Asm. Barrett presented it as a consumer protection measure for vulnerable residents. However, Asm. Jensen raised concerns that the bill could backfire by discouraging property owners from investing in necessary infrastructure improvements like road repaving, sewer system upgrades, and water system modernization. Jensen argued that by making it harder to recover capital improvement costs through rent increases, the bill creates economic disincentives for investment, potentially leading to aging infrastructure and declining conditions that ultimately harm residents. He called for clearer mechanisms to allow cost recovery and differentiation between routine maintenance and capital improvements. The Republican Conference voted generally in opposition while the Majority Conference supported passage. Specific vote totals were not announced.
A01012-A
2026-03-18
EV Fast Charging Station Implementation Plan
The Assembly considered legislation requiring NYSERDA to develop a comprehensive electric vehicle fast charging station implementation plan. The bill, introduced for three consecutive years and passed by the Assembly each time, was vetoed by the Governor in 2024 as a study bill. This version extends the working group's timeline from six to 24 months and incorporates findings from a 2024 budget-mandated evaluation to prevent duplicative work. Sponsor Assemblywoman Barrett argued the bill creates a unified statewide approach to consolidate fragmented efforts including the EV Make-Ready Program, NYSERDA's Charge Ready 2.0, and NYPA's EvolveNY. Assemblyman Gray questioned whether the bill constitutes a study despite the sponsor's characterization, whether NYSERDA needs legislative mandate given its existing broad authority, and whether adequate data exists on charging station gaps and utilization rates before asking ratepayers to fund additional spending.
A08410
PASSED
2026-03-09
An act to amend the Public Authorities Law, in relation to the annual reporting obligations of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
The Assembly passed A08410, which increases transparency requirements for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). The bill expands the list of individuals who will receive NYSERDA's annual report to include the chairpersons of the respective energy committees in each House of the Legislature. Assemblymember Walsh expressed support, noting the bill ensures more individuals receive important information about NYSERDA's revenues, requests for proposals, funded projects, and contracts. The bill passed the Assembly unanimously last year.
A10135
PASSED
2026-03-04
An act to amend the Public Service Law, in relation to directing the Public Service Commission to develop, publish, and update a guidebook on the gas and electric ratemaking process
A08022-A
PASSED
2026-02-09
An act to amend the Criminal Procedure Law, in relation to requiring certain covered platforms to provide a process for law enforcement agencies to contact such platform and to comply with search warrants within 72 hours
A09454 / S4881-A
PASSED
2026-01-21
An act to amend the Labor Law, in relation to requiring contractors and subcontractors performing construction work for covered renewable energy systems to have apprenticeship agreements
A00982
PASSED
2026-01-12
An act in relation to establishing the New York State Grid Modernization Commission
A06918-A
PASSED
2025-06-12
An act to amend the Town Law, in relation to authorizing the Town of Copake to establish community preservation funds; to amend the Tax Law, in relation to authorizing the Town of Copake to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited in said community preservation fund; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions of the Tax Law upon expiration thereof
A00349
TABLED
2025-05-29
Zero-Emission Vehicles Rebate program
A02730-A
PASSED
2025-05-29
An act to amend the Labor Law, in relation to requiring contractors and subcontractors performing construction work for covered renewable energy systems to use apprenticeship agreements.
The Assembly passed A02730-A, legislation requiring contractors and subcontractors performing construction work for covered renewable energy systems to use apprenticeship agreements. Asm. Barrett sponsored the bill. During floor debate, Asm. DiPietro voted in opposition, expressing concern that mandating apprenticeship program participation for small subcontractors—particularly two- or three-person businesses—would be unduly burdensome. DiPietro noted such firms often perform specialized work on large projects in his district. Despite the objection, the bill advanced to passage.
A07633
PASSED
2025-05-22
An act to amend the Public Service Law, in relation to electric vehicle charging station fee transparency
The Assembly passed A07633, sponsored by Assemblywoman Barrett, requiring the Department of Public Service to establish fee transparency standards for electric vehicle charging stations that have received public funds. The bill aims to ensure New Yorkers know charging costs at publicly-funded stations. During floor debate, Assemblyman Palmesano raised concerns that the bill's language could unintentionally apply to private residential chargers, apartment complexes, and employee charging stations that receive public funds but are not publicly accessible. He noted that similar legislation in California and Washington specifically limits requirements to publicly-funded and publicly-accessible chargers. Barrett acknowledged the concern and agreed to pursue a chapter amendment to clarify the language, though Palmesano expressed preference for the change before passage to avoid potential unintended consequences. Despite his reservations, Palmesano indicated he would support the bill once the technical amendment is made.
A00291-A
PASSED
2025-05-21
An act to amend the General Construction Law, the Election Law, the Insurance Law, the Military Law, the Public Officers Law, the Economic Development Law, the Civil Service Law, the Real Property Tax Law and the Education Law, in relation to including members of the space force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits
A00982
PASSED
2025-05-21
An act in relation to establishing the New York State Grid Modernization Commission
A04712
PASSED
2025-05-20
An act to amend the Energy Law, in relation to the composition of the State Energy Planning Board
The Assembly passed A04712, sponsored by Asm. Barrett, which adds a consumer protection representative from the Department of State's Utility Intervention Unit to the State Energy Planning Board. The bill restores consumer representation lost when the Consumer Protection Board was eliminated in 2012. During debate, Asm. Palmesano supported the consumer advocate provision but voted against the bill, arguing the Minority Party should also have board appointments given its representation of 6 million constituents and the far-reaching impact of state energy policy. He cited precedent from the Climate Action Council and detailed concerns about rising electricity costs, grid reliability threats, and unfunded mandates from state climate policies. Asm. Lunsford countered that the body routinely appoints based on merit and experience rather than party affiliation, and that regional diversity within parties makes party-based appointments unnecessary. Asm. Ra agreed with Palmesano's concerns about Minority representation while voting affirmatively. The bill passed.
A08151
PASSED
2025-05-20
An act to amend the Public Service Law, in relation to proposed rate changes for gas and electric service
A04649-A
PASSED
2025-05-05
An act to amend the Veterans' Services Law, in relation to Certificates of Honorable Separation from or services in the Armed Forces of the United States
A355
PASSED
2025-04-28
An act to amend the Real Property Tax Law, in relation to partially exempting from taxation certain residential real property transferred to low-income households
A06952
PASSED
2025-04-08
An act to amend the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law, in relation to an exemption for certain property from the prohibition of alcohol sales within a certain distance of a church
A00355-B
PASSED
2025-04-08
An act to amend the Real Property Tax Law
A00340-A / S____
2025-04-07
Amend Real Property Law regarding rent increases in manufactured home parks
A00340-A / S____
2025-04-07
Amend Real Property Law regarding rent increases in manufactured home parks
A01012-A
2025-03-20
An act to amend the Public Authorities Law, in relation to requiring the New York State Energy and Research Development Authority to develop a comprehensive electric vehicle fast-charging station implementation plan
The Assembly debated A01012-A, sponsored by Assemblymember Barrett, which would require the New York State Energy and Research Development Authority to develop a comprehensive electric vehicle fast-charging station implementation plan. The bill extends the working group's timeline from six months to 24 months and incorporates findings from a prior needs assessment. Assemblymember Palmesano, the Minority questioner, criticized the bill's working group composition for excluding Minority party appointments, the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO), consumer representatives, and representatives from the trucking and auto industries—all stakeholders directly affected by state EV mandates. Palmesano argued that the 24-month planning timeline is too slow given that EV mandates for school buses and heavy-duty vehicles are already being implemented in 2025-2026, and he raised concerns about grid reliability, road infrastructure damage from heavier EV buses, and the absence of fast-charging infrastructure on the Thruway. Barrett defended the bill's approach, noting that municipal organizations, utilities, environmental groups, and charging developers provide adequate representation and that a needs assessment from last year's budget will inform the plan. The debate highlighted tensions between the Majority's climate policy implementation and the Minority's concerns about infrastructure readiness and stakeholder input.
A00355-B
PASSED
2025-03-18
An act to amend the Real Property Tax Law, in relation to a tax exemption for residential real property transferred to a low-income household or community land trust
A01012
2025-02-10
Public Authorities Law amendment requiring NYSERDA to develop comprehensive electric vehicle fast-charging station implementation plan
Source: Official NY Assembly floor session transcripts (Granicus). AI-processed. Includes sessions from 2023 onward where transcripts are available.
Bill Focus Areas 2025–2026
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Grouped by law section from sponsored Assembly bills. Source: NYS Open Legislation API.
Lobbying Activity
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Source: NY Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government via data.ny.gov.