“This year’s budget process faced unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Now more than ever, the health and safety of North Country families is my top priority. Unfortunately, this budget includes unnecessary agenda items proposed...

“In these unprecedented times, we are seeing the emergence of real-life heroes; healthcare workers, first responders, and law enforcement officials are consistently going to work each day, knowingly putting themselves at risk of contracting COVID-19...

“As we confront the coronavirus pandemic, families across the state have, understandably, been flocking to grocery stores to stock up on supplies. In times like these, it’s important to remember that the best thing we can do is remain calm and...

“As we continue to battle this ongoing public health crisis, the need to expand and enhance internet connectivity in the North Country and across upstate New York has become even more important. Whether working from home, virtually learning or teaching,...

“Today, the federal administration announced that the border between the United States and Canada will be limited to essential travel only in order to help combat the spread of COVID-19. As the Honorary Co-Chair of the Quebec-New York Corridor Coalition,...

“Technology has changed the way we communicate and go about our daily lives, making it easier than ever to connect with others and access information. More and more New Yorkers, of all ages, are reaping the benefits of this modern age, and it’s...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced he is co-sponsoring a bill that would reduce the tax burden for small businesses and farms to help make New York more affordable for local entrepreneurs (A.6309). “Small businesses and family farms...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced he is seeking nominations for his fourth annual Women of Distinction Awards. The ceremony, which honors and recognizes extraordinary local women, will take place on Saturday, April 25. Nominations must...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he will fight for a state budget that addresses the needs and concerns of North Country families after listening to the governor’s budget address earlier today. The proposal includes critical...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he helped pass a bill requiring the installation of approved seatbelts in limousines operating in New York (A.9057). The legislation was written following a devastating accident in Schoharie County...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he does not support potential plans to cut state spending on local governments’ growing Medicaid expenses. This comes after the governor delivered his State of the State address on Wednesday,...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) is ready for another successful legislative year in the Assembly after listening to the governor’s State of the State address. The governor’s speech included several proposals that would improve the North...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) was joined by local legislators, veterans and supporters to celebrate and honor the Salmon River/Fort Covington American Legion Post 1418 on the national organization’s 100th anniversary. “American Legion...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that the North Country will receive $67.9 million through awards provided by the Regional Economic Development Council (REDC). “This is a tremendous economic opportunity for the region, as these projects...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that legislation he authored to create a standard procedure for removing unruly visitors from campgrounds has been signed into law (Ch. 654 of 2019). “Camping is a fun outdoors activity that the entire...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that legislation he authored to ensure schools continue to receive state aid after they are forced to close due to state or local emergencies has been signed into law (Ch. 605 of 2019). “Schools...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) and Senator Betty Little (R-Queensbury) announced that they introduced legislation to tackle road salt pollution in the Adirondacks by establishing the Adirondack Road Salt Reduction Task Force and conducting a...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) was joined by Assemblyman William Magnarelli on Monday, Oct. 28, for a tour of Bombardier Transportation and Nova Bus to learn more about Plattsburgh’s transportation manufacturing industry. “For many...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that Saturday, Oct. 26, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and is encouraging North Country residents to participate to protect the environment and keep them out of the wrong hands. “A...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) co-hosted the Plattsburgh Small Business Roundtable today alongside Assemblyman Al Stirpe, chair of the Assembly’s Small Business Committee. Jones heard directly from small businesses in the North Country about...