Press Releases

Assemblyman Jones: New Law Gives Veterans Easier Access to Benefits They’ve Rightfully Earned

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that a new law, which he helped pass so more veterans can gain access to benefits, is going into effect (Ch. 322 of 2018). The law ensures that veterans are given proper assistance and informed of the benefits...

Assemblyman Jones Passes Legislation Making it Easier for Local Candidates to Get On the 2019 Ballot

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that a bill he sponsored to reduce the number of signatures required for candidates to get on the 2019 ballot has passed the Assembly (A.2570). “On the first legislative day of the year, we passed...

Assemblyman Jones Helps Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Get Long-Overdue Justice

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he helped pass the Child Victims Act, which gives victims of childhood sexual abuse more time to bring charges against their abusers (A.2683). The measure extends the criminal and civil statutes of...

Assemblyman Billy Jones Sworn in to Represent 115th Assembly District

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) was sworn into office to once again represent the people of the 115th District in the New York State Assembly. The swearing-in took place on Jan. 3 and was administered by Clinton County Clerk John Zurlo and Franklin...

Assemblyman Jones: A Strong Economy is Putting North Country Families Back to Work, But There’s Still More to Do

“The strong November jobs numbers for the North Country show that our region’s economy is growing and people are getting back to work in record numbers. But there is more to do. We must continue to strengthen our relationship with our Canadian trading...

Assemblyman Jones: Over $64 Million in REDC Funding Awarded to North Country Projects

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) congratulated the North Country on receiving $64.8 million through awards provided by the North Country Regional Economic Development Council (REDC).             “This state funding allows the...

Assemblyman Jones’ Blood Drives Bring Communities Together to Save Lives

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced the blood drives he organized in Saranac Lake, Malone and Plattsburgh to combat summer shortages had a successful turnout and helped collect lifesaving blood for North Country blood banks. “Blood...

Assemblyman Billy Jones Announces Blood Drives in Malone, Plattsburgh and Saranac Lake

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced he will be hosting three blood drives at the end of August to help local hospitals make up for the dip in blood donations that occurs during the summer months. “We’ve had a beautiful summer here...

Assemblyman Jones: Malone Job Fair a Great Opportunity for All

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he will be co-sponsoring the “Malone Job Fair and Business Resource Expo” for the second consecutive year with the Franklin County Economic Development Office. “This is a...

Assemblyman Jones: SkyWest Poised to Begin Flights from Plattsburgh to Major Airport

“Seeing this come to fruition in real time is a great victory for the North Country. Thanks to the global network of United Airlines, local residents and our neighbors visiting from the north will have access to one of the largest international airports...

Assemblyman Jones: Putting a Stop to Independent Mausoleums Protects North Country Families, Taxpayers

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that his legislation to place a moratorium on independent mausoleums and columbariums passed the Assembly (A.5784-B). “Mausoleums can be a beautiful way to lay a loved one to rest,” Jones said....

Assemblyman Jones: Eliminating Wage Tip Credit Only Hurts North Country Economy

For the last 20 years, Jenilee Gillespie has enjoyed making people smile and providing them with good service and she takes pride in being a restaurant server. Jenilee is currently a server at Michigan’s Plus, a well-established restaurant in the city...

Assemblyman Jones Urges Schneiderman to Donate Campaign Funds to Help Victims of Domestic Violence

“I urge former Attorney General Eric Schneiderman to donate his millions in unspent campaign contributions to organizations spearheading the fight against domestic violence. Given the allegations of abuse and assault that have come to light, these...

Assemblyman Jones Invites Teens and Their Families to Take Arrive Alive Pledge

With prom season approaching, Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) is encouraging parents and teens to take the Arrive Alive pledge together to ensure teens can get to and from their destinations safely on prom night. The pledge asks teens to promise...

Assemblyman Jones: Legislation Returns Control of Teacher Evaluations to North Country School Districts

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he co-sponsored to improve teacher evaluations by uncoupling them from standardized testing and returning control to local school districts passed the Assembly A.10475. The measure recognizes...

Assemblyman Jones’ Legislation Designating Chazy Lake as Inland Waterway Passes Assembly

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he introduced designating Chazy Lake as an inland waterway for the purposes of waterfront revitalization has passed the Assembly (A.8723-A). “Chazy Lake is a prime example...

Assemblyman Jones: State Budget Provides $100,000 for North Country Veterans Association

A local veteran’s organization will now be able to make necessary updates to their facility that serves countless retired service men and women throughout the region. Earlier today, Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that the 2018-19...

Assemblyman Jones secures $150,000 in state budget to boost North Country economy

The final state budget included several victories for the residents and businesses of the North Country. With statewide funding increases in education, transportation and agriculture, the budget also includes additional funding for the North Country Chamber...

Assemblyman Jones: State Budget Gets North Country Seniors Online

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he secured $250,000 in the 2018-19 state budget for Older Adults Technology Services, Inc. (OATS) – a nonprofit that helps seniors connect and learn to use the internet. The funding will help OATS...

Assemblyman Jones: State budget looks out for North Country communities and taxpayers

“Here in the North Country, local governments already have tight budgets, and the governor’s proposal would have put vital funds at risk. That’s why I fought to make sure the 2018-19 state budget rejected the proposal to shift to payments in lieu...