The Peru Gazette

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

Source: NY State senator probes public authorities, finds mounting debt and little oversight – New York Daily News

Source: Setting the Agenda: Previewing Albany’s 2020 session | CSNY

From the office of Assemblyman Dan Stec Assemblyman Dan Stec (R,C,I-Queensbury) announced his candidacy today for the state Senate’s 45th District. Senator Betty Little announced she’ll be stepping down in 2020 after serving 25 years in the Legislature. Stec, who has worked closely with Senator Little both as an Assemblyman and as a local elected […]

Source: Dairy farmers ask for legislative help to aid local agriculture industry

Source: G.O.P. Senators Flood the Exits in N.Y., and Party Woes Deepen – The New York Times

From the office of Assemblyman D. Billy Jones Assemblyman D. Billy Jones will host the 6th Annual Santa Sprint 5K on Saturday November 30, 2019 with a race start time at 9am. Pre-registration is $20 and can be done online at www.adirondackcoastevents.com. Same day registration will be held from 7:30am until 8:30am. Race start and […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that Saturday, Oct. 26, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and is encouraging North Country residents to participate to protect the environment and keep them out of the wrong hands. “A lot of us have various medications left over from illnesses or […]

From the office of State Santor Betty Little State Senator Betty Little is urging voters to take advantage of the first-ever opportunity in New York State to vote early ahead of this November’s general election. Beginning Saturday, October 26, voters will have the opportunity to cast their votes for candidates running for election on the November […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) co-hosted the Plattsburgh Small Business Roundtable today alongside Assemblyman Al Stirpe, chair of the Assembly’s Small Business Committee. Jones heard directly from small businesses in the North Country about the challenges they face and ways the state can better help them thrive. “Small businesses […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones “As a dad and a former dairy farmer myself, I can tell you there are few children who don’t love a delicious serving of chocolate milk. The slogan, ‘Milk Has More’ often seen painted on barns, reminds us that this delicious, locally produced beverage has key nutrients for […]

Source: GOP: Absolve clerks who give red light to ‘Green Light’ law | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

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 a shortage of blood donations during the summer months. “Tragedy can strike at any time, which is why it’s […]