Press Releases

Assemblyman Billy Jones: New York State Assembly Passes Important Constitutional Amendments for the Adirondack Region

The New York State Assembly recently passed Constitutional amendments sponsored by Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) during the recent Legislative Session that would impact the Adirondack and North Country region. One amendment- A2452/S5540-...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Franklin County Reaches Agreement with New York State Regarding Land Claim

After decades-long negotiations, Franklin County has reached an agreement with New York State regarding Land Claim issues and the St. Regis Mohawk Reservation. The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe first filed a lawsuit in the 1980s against New York State regarding...

Governor Signs Nurse Simulation Training Bill Cosponsored by Assemblyman Billy Jones

After passing the New York State Legislature, Governor Hochul signed a bill (A3076/S447) that allows nursing students to complete up to 30 percent of their training through simulation experience. This move will help recruit and train more healthcare workers...

Assemblyman Jones Honors Eight Recipients as the 2023 Women of Distinction

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Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) recently held his annual Women of Distinction awards ceremony. The 2023 reception honored local women for their dedication to the community and their outstanding accomplishments as North Country residents. “It...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Critical Funding for the North Country Included in Final State Budget

Legislators and the Governor were able to reach an agreement on changes to bail reform and ultimately rejected the housing proposals in the Executive proposal. State legislators fought back against the proposals to raise taxes and were able to include...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Back to Normalcy at US-Canada Border

“After pushing for policies and changes at the US-Canada border the past couple of years, it is good news that the United States has officially lifted the COVID-19 vaccine requirement for crossing the Canadian border,” said Assemblyman Billy Jones...

Assemblyman Billy Jones Introduces Bill to Address False Threats to Schools

Recently, there were numerous false threats of violence at schools across New York, including at Plattsburgh High School. While law enforcement and school officials were quick to respond, it was a terrifying moment across the North Country for students,...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Women of Distinction Awards Rescheduled

Due to ongoing state budget negotiations, Assemblyman Billy Jones’ Women of Distinction Awards ceremony has been rescheduled to Thursday May 11 at 6pm at the Stafford Auditorium at Clinton Community College. The event was originally scheduled for Thursday...

Assemblyman Billy Jones Meets with New Canada Consul General of New York

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Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) hosted the newly appointed Consulate General of Canada in New York, Tom Clark, in Albany this week for a special meeting of the New York Canada Relations Task Force. Clark was a Canadian broadcaster and journalist...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Statement on State Budget

“While I have been frustrated with missing the budget deadline, I have continued to push for more relief for hardworking North Country residents. We should not be burdened with more taxes, and our counties should not have to take on the costs of Medicaid...

Assemblyman Billy Jones Joins LWV & CVES to Congratulate Danika Clowney

“I am excited to host Danika Clowney in Albany in May to show her what working in state government is all about,” said Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake). “We need more young people participating in government and it is so encouraging to...

Assemblyman Billy Jones Celebrates Mia Taylor for her Spreading Love Mission

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Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) surprised Mia Taylor with a New York State Assembly Citation on Saturday morning as she gave out handmade Easter cards to residents at Valehaven HFA Assisted Living in Peru, New York. Mia is a seven-year-old...

Assemblyman Billy Jones Celebrates Mia Taylor for Her Spreading Love Mission

Mia Taylor is a seven-year-old from Peru who has made it her mission to spread love through art by sending birthday and holiday cards to disabled and elderly members of the North Country community. Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) is surprising...

Assemblyman Billy Jones Honors Local Vietnam Veteran in Albany

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Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) yesterday joined his colleagues in the Veterans Committee in honoring Veterans across New York State on the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and passing a Resolution declaring March 29 Vietnam...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: State Needs to do More in the Budget for Volunteer Fire Departments

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Volunteer fire departments across New York State are struggling to make ends meet and to recruit new members. For months, Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) has pushed for relief for these fire departments to make sure that they have the resources...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Assembly Budget Includes Critical Funding for the North Country

The New York State Assembly recently released the One-House Budget proposal.Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) secured funding for numerous North Country programs and pushed to include important education funding, as well as funding for economic...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Amtrak’s Return is Great News for the North Country

“Since 2020, I have worked with local leaders and Amtrak officials to bring back service to the North Country and it is great news that the train will be returning on April 3. The community depends on this service and have waited patiently for Amtrak’s...

Assemblyman Billy Jones: State Needs to Focus on Public Education

While the Executive Budget proposal includes important measures to help public education, it also includes an unprecedented amount of support for charter schools. This includes eliminating the regional cap on New York City charter schools and allowing...

Assemblyman Jones Announces 2023 Women of Distinction Awards

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) announced that nominations for his 2023 Women of Distinction Awards are underway. The Women of Distinction Awards are held annually and honor local women who have had significant positive impacts on their community...

New York State Assembly Hosts Inaugural Event for Task Force on New York Canada Relations

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The New York State Assembly hosted its inaugural event for the newly formed Task Force on New York Canada Relations chaired by Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) during the annual New York Canada Day in Albany. Members from across the state met...