Barry DeKay

Barry DeKay is an American politician serving as a member of the Nebraska Legislature representing District 40 since 2022. A farmer and rancher by trade, he previously served on various local boards, including the Niobrara Valley Electric Membership Corporation and the Nebraska Public Power District. In the legislature, he has chaired the Agriculture Committee and focused on issues such as property tax reform, agricultural protection, and national security regarding foreign-owned real estate. He is known for his conservative legislative agenda, including the successful sponsorship of a ban on lab-grown meat in Nebraska.