“After pushing Amtrak to reconsider their decision to cut some of their services, they announced today that they will be restoring all services starting December 2nd so that the Adirondack Line will no longer face delays. This is great news for the...

“I strongly oppose the recent decision on both sides of the border to reduce hours at numerous crossings in the North Country. This decision will be detrimental for many local residents who regularly use these crossings to visit loved ones as well as...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) will be hosting a toy drive once again to benefit the Christmas Bureau. For the past 7 years, Jones has collected toys from the North Country community to make sure that every kid is able to open a present this...

“I am disappointed and dismayed by the recent decision from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Canada Border Services Agency to reduce the hours at border crossings across the North Country. This will have a negative impact on families and businesses...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) was recognized as the New York State Association of Health Care Providers (HCP) Elected Official of the Year recently during their annual meeting at Bolton Landing. This distinction given to a local or State...

“It’s encouraging to see Governor Hochul push Amtrak to restore the Empire Service train and keep this issue at the forefront. This closure has a direct impact on the North Country because it will delay the Adirondack service between New York City...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) presented members of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) PFC Robert A. LaFountain Chapter #179 and the City of Plattsburgh with a $125,000 check for improvements to the Plattsburgh Barracks Veterans Park, located...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) recently was named number 56 on City & State’s 2024 Upstate Power 100 list. This list is released annually highlighting leaders from across Upstate New York who are making a difference in their communities....

“My thoughts go out to the hardworking employees and communities impacted by these closures. Obviously, there is a sense of relief from the people who are employed by correctional facilities and the communities that could have been impacted in my district,...

“The new CDC requirements for dogs traveling across the Canadian border must be delayed. Folks have been bringing their dogs across the border without incident for decades and there is no need for such harsh restrictions. This will directly impact the...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) joined Eric Day, Vice President of New York State Fire Coordinators Association, Scott Ewing, Past President of the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs, Robbie Demarse, Director of Franklin County Emergency...

“I was proud to pass important legislation (A2411) this year to help preserve local history in the Adirondacks and make sure we are able to keep telling these stories to future generations. This bill would allow historic buildings that are part of or...

“I am pleased that the Canadian government has made a tentative agreement with the union representing workers at the border. When they failed to reach an agreement in 2021, it wreaked havoc on our borders for commercial traffic. It is great news that...

A bill to name the Carpenter’s Flats Bridge across the Ausable River in the Towns of Ausable and Peru in honor of Captain Christopher J. Garrow passed the state legislature yesterday. Captain Garrow was a 23-year veteran of the New York State Police...

“The Adirondack Train that runs between New York City and Montreal is an important mode of transportation in the North Country for residents and visitors alike. The closures in past years have been detrimental to our communities and I am pleased that...

“We finally have a budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. I will say this budget season has been very frustrating, but we do have a spending plan. I am pleased to deliver funding for many organizations in my district that promote economic development,...

“Congratulations to the Clinton County IDA for the $3 million FAST-NY grant they received to redevelop the former Clinton County Airport! This grant is based on a bill I introduced to provide funding for shovel-ready projects like this that will bring...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) recently sent a letter to the Commissioner of Civil Service, Timothy Hogues, regarding expanding the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement (HELP) Program to include local governments. This program temporarily...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) joined his colleagues today at the Million Dollar Staircase at the Capitol to call on New York State to do more to support older adults. Nursing homes and home care agencies continue to struggle due to lack...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) recently announced that the Volunteer Fire Department Capital Fund that originated from one of his bills is now accepting applications. This $25 million capital fund was included in the budget last year thanks...