Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateauguay) announced that the state has awarded Restore New York Communities Initiative grants to help Plattsburgh and Malone revitalize their downtowns. “Restore New York Communities Initiative funding is helping local...

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C-I, Elma) and Assemblyman D. Billy Jones (D, Chateaugay) have introduced legislation (S-8028/A10173) which would prohibit the double bunking of inmates within dormitory style State correctional facilities. The practice...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he helped pass the Assembly’s 2018-19 state budget proposal, which includes a significant increase in education aid as well as measures to make schools safer and more inclusive. “A...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he was joined by education professionals, including students, parents, teachers, administrators, counselors and building staff as well as state and local law enforcement officers for a roundtable discussion...

“I came to Albany to ensure that the voice of the North Country is heard. As a member of the General Government and Local Assistance Joint Budget Subcommittee, I have a seat at the table as we begin budget negotiations concerning issues important...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he is seeking nominations for his second annual Women of Distinction Awards. Nominations will be accepted until March 31, with a ceremony honoring awardees taking place on April 14. “Women across...

“Even in the best of times, running a farm is an exhausting labor of love. Sadly, we’re far from the best of times for many local farmers. Milk prices are plummeting and threatening dairy farms across the North Country. As someone who grew up on and...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) kicked off his 2018 district tour with a visit to Saranac Lake alongside Assembly Majority Leader Joseph D. Morelle (D-Irondequoit). Together, they discussed economic issues in the North Country with business leaders. ...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that his second district tour will launch Thursday, Feb. 15, in Saranac Lake and that he will hold a town hall meeting Saturday, Feb. 17, in Plattsburgh. This is part of Jones’ ongoing effort to meet...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he sponsored to provide critical relief to flood victims living at Underwood Estates in Plattsburgh passed the Assembly (A.9814). “The folks of Underwood Estates have seen their homes...

“The proposal to cap and shift the state’s property tax payments for Forest Preserve lands puts the towns and villages in the Adirondacks at a severe disadvantage. Right now, these lands are assessed the same way private lands are, and the...

“I am vehemently opposed to the recent proposition by the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) to provide free tablets to every prison inmate in the state. When our children in our schools don’t have access to tablet technology,...

“With a new year comes a renewed commitment to the families and businesses here in the North Country. We’re off to a good start. The governor announced his legislative priorities during his State of the State address today, and I’m looking forward...

“At a time when the federal administration is making devastating cuts to health care, it’s disheartening that Gov. Cuomo vetoed critical legislation I co-sponsored to create an enhanced safety-net hospital program (A.7763). The measure would have...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that the North Country will receive $64.9 million through awards provided by the North Country Regional Economic Development Council (REDC). “This state funding will help us continue moving forward...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he authored to statutorily establish the state Department of Health rural health council was signed into law (Ch. 419 of 2017). The council advises the state health commissioner on the...

“Across the state, over 3 million New Yorkers recognized the importance of this year’s ballot and voted on Election Day.1 They shaped New York’s future by denouncing corruption and avoiding an expensive constitutional convention – just by performing...

“Yesterday afternoon, the cowardly actions of one man claimed the lives of eight innocent individuals and injured over a dozen more in New York City. On behalf of the 115th Assembly District, I would like to extend our prayers and condolences to the...

On November 8, 2016 roughly 60 percent of voting age Americans made their way to local town halls, churches, fire departments, schools etc. to cast their ballot in the General Election. Voters made their picks for President of the United States, Federal...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced several stops on his Volunteer Firehouse Tour this week. On Thursday, Jones met with local volunteer firefighters and emergency service workers to show his gratitude for their work in the community. “Our...