Tricia Farley-Bouvier

Tricia Farley-Bouvier was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in a special election on October 18, 2011, and began serving as Pittsfield's State Representative a short three weeks later. As of January 2013, the 3rd Berkshire District includes all of Pittsfield except Ward 1B, which borders Lanesborough and Dalton.

Foster Parent Rights

This legislation seeks to establish a Bill of Rights for Foster Parents. Foster Parents are an integral resource for the Department of Children and Families when seeking to care or children in custody of the Commonwealth. It is essential to treat them with respect and dignity for the important role they play. With the current DCF crisis, there is a great shortage of foster families and these policies will lead to better retention and recruitment.