The Peru Gazette

Considering the COVID-19 pandemic, I am calling on the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to follow the same course as institutions across the state and temporarily suspend visitation practices to our State Correctional facilities. This will ensure that we protect the well-being of correctional officers, civilian staff, inmates and their family members. To ensure […]

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced he is seeking nominations for his fourth annual Women of Distinction Awards. The ceremony, which honors and recognizes extraordinary local women, will take place on Saturday, April 25. Nominations must be received by Sunday, March 29. “My Women of Distinction Awards are the perfect opportunity to thank some of the […]

Practice used in 1990s to address large numbers of inmates continues despite decrease in prison population From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones ALBANY – Today, Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) was joined by leaders and members of the New York State Correctional Officers & Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA) to urge lawmakers to support A.930, a […]

Source: Amid uproar, Senate Democrats to offer compromise on bail law | Newsday

Source: Bail reformers face public relations hurdle

Source: Cohoes judge sets bail in low-level case, setting up legal challenge of new state law

Source: Heastie: Bail Law Is Being Sensationalized

Source: As state eyes deficit, New York’s popular home care program fears cuts

Source: Cuomo to sign limo safety package Monday

Source: How drunk is too drunk to drive? NY lawmakers propose lowering limit for DWI – syracuse.com

Source: NY pot bill could bring higher possession threshold – syracuse.com

Source: Lawmakers push back against Cuomo Medicaid deficit reduction ideas – The Buffalo News

Did you know New Yorkers use more than 23 billion plastic bags a year? That’s around 1,000 bags per person annually. When we improperly dispose them, plastic bags create pollution, and are often seen stuck in trees or floating in our waterways. They pose threats to fish and wildlife, clog machinery at recycling facilities, and […]

Source: Assemblyman Reilly to introduce legislative package to fix new bail reform laws – silive.com

By John T. Ryan Plattsburgh – The New York State’s bail reform that took effect this year has serious implications. At a news conference in Plattsburgh today Assemblyman Billy Jones explained, “I’m trying to make changes because it’s a public safety issue. We don’t want a criminal act that can be avoided.” Jones’ remarks followed […]

From the office of State Senator Betty Little   Would require at least 19 states agree before adoption   State Senator Betty Little has introduced legislation proposing to make daylight savings time (DST) permanent in New York State, which would mean more hours of late-day sunlight year-round.   A majority of U.S. states are considering […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he will fight for a state budget that addresses the needs and concerns of North Country families after listening to the governor’s budget address earlier today. The proposal includes critical funding for North Country schools, veterans and small businesses, as well as […]

Source: Sheldon Silver’s Corruption Conviction Is Partly Overturned – The New York Times

From the office of NYS Senator Betty Little “Today marks the first day of my last legislative session and it certainly is bittersweet.  Words alone could not fully express my gratitude for the opportunity I have had to represent my constituents in Albany and I am very touched that Governor Cuomo recognized my public service […]

Source: Democrats signal they’re open to changing New York bail reform | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: Will Barclay elected NY Assembly minority leader – syracuse.com

Source: NYS Assembly minority leader arrested for DWI on New Year’s Eve – syracuse.com

From the office of State Senator Betty Little Legislation providing clear legal direction for campground owners needing to remove long-term guests who are disruptive has been signed into law by Governor Andrew Cuomo.  State Senator Betty Little and Assemblyman Billy Jones sponsored the measure (S1944a/A1659a) at the request of Campground Owners of New York (CONY). […]

Source: Republican incumbents continue heading for exit in NY Senate

Source: Long Lines as Undocumented Immigrants in N.Y. Rush to Get Licenses – The New York Times