Senator Barry DeKay Contact information

Barry DeKay is a dedicated public servant and a member of the Nebraska Legislature, representing District 40. He was born on May 29, 1959, in Lynch, Nebraska. After graduating from Lynch High School in 1977, he attended Wayne State College.

DeKay is not just a legislator, but also a farmer and rancher by profession. His deep roots in agriculture and his understanding of the challenges faced by the farming community have been instrumental in his legislative work.

He is married to Brenda and they tied the knot on September 9, 1989. The couple is blessed with two children: Bryson and Brianne. His family life has always been a source of strength and inspiration for him.

In his political career, DeKay was elected to the Nebraska Legislature in 2022. His tenure in the legislature has been marked by his commitment to serve the people of his district and the state of Nebraska. His current term ends on January 6, 2027.

Over the years, DeKay has served on various boards and committees. He has been a member of the board of the Niobrara Valley Hospital Foundation since 2005 and has been serving Raymond Township since 1995. He has also been a part of the Niobrara Valley Electric Membership Corporation from 1999 to 2014, the Nebraska Rural Electric Association from 2001 to 2012, and the Nebraska Public Power District from 2015 to 2021.

In the Nebraska Legislature, DeKay is part of several committees including Judiciary, Transportation and Telecommunications, State-Tribal Relations, Justice Reinvestment Oversight (LB605), Statewide Tourism And Recreational Water Access and Resource Sustainability (LB406), and LR178 Select Interim Committee.

His work in the legislature and his contributions to various committees reflect his dedication to public service and his commitment to making a difference in the lives of the people of Nebraska.