Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he has been appointed to the new Upstate Cellular Coverage Task Force, which will identify solutions to cellular service gaps in upstate communities. The task force, consisting of industry experts,...

“The cost of living in New York is already too high and North Country families are struggling to make ends meet. But instead of looking for ways to make life more affordable, the state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) wants to force drivers who...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced he will be hosting blood drives in Plattsburgh and Saranac Lake this week and an additional drive in Malone in October. Jones’ drives will help supplement local hospitals, which typically experience...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that the New York State Department of Education has released construction funding secured in the 2018-19 state budget for North Country libraries. The funding will allow several local libraries to make...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he helped pass to allow victims of sexual offenses, stalking and human trafficking to shield their addresses from their abusers has been signed into law (Ch. 141 of 2019). “New Yorkers...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that the New York Power Authority (NYPA) approved $22.6 million to fund a 20-megawatt battery storage demonstration facility in Chateaugay. “The New York Power Authority's project will not only put...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) recently completed the fourth day of his highway infrastructure tour, making stops in the towns of Bangor, Duane and Malone in Franklin County. “Maintaining our roads and bridges is critical to ensure our...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) completed the third day of his infrastructure tour today, making stops in northern Clinton County with town officials from Champlain, Chazy and Mooers. “This is one of the most important parts of my job –...

“We’re only two days into this tour, and I’ve already learned so much about what our hardworking highway department crews do and the resources they need from Albany,” said Jones. “It’s been eye-opening, and there’s...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he co-sponsored will activate the infrastructure land bank created for the Adirondack and Catskill parks by a recent constitutional amendment (A.8136). When fully implemented, municipalities...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) began his highway infrastructure tour today to learn more about the North Country’s infrastructure needs and help keep drivers safe. “Investing in infrastructure doesn’t just mean repairing old roads...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he authored to ensure schools continue to receive state aid when they are forced to close due to state or local emergencies has passed the Assembly (A.7114). “From high winds that...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that the Assembly passed legislation he authored to establish standard procedures for removing unruly campers at campgrounds (A.1569). “Campgrounds should be fun and welcoming spaces where people are...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he sponsored and helped pass a bill to rename the Au Sable Forks Bridge in honor of the late Steve Godlewski (A.888). Godlewski was the beloved owner of Feeks Pharmacy and previously served as Black...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he helped pass legislation that would require the Public Service Commission (PSC) to establish a process for internet service providers (ISPs) to certify that they follow net neutrality principles...

“I do not support the Assembly’s Green Light bill, which would reward undocumented immigrants with state driver’s licenses (A.3675-A). I’ve heard from people all over my district who are opposed to this bill. As we enter the remaining...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) is inviting North Country children to participate in his third Summer Reading Challenge, which kicks off in July. The event, held in partnership with New York State libraries and local schools, encourages children...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he supported to create more outdoor-based recreation opportunities for veterans passed the Assembly’s Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (A.8094). “The North Country is home...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he helped secure $100,000 in funding for the North Country Veterans Association (NCVA) in the 2019-20 state budget, which totals $200,000 that he has secured since taking office. This funding will...

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that Saturday, April 27, is National Drug Take Back Day and encouraged North Country residents to participate. “The opioid epidemic has devastated far too many families in our communities and beyond,”...