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Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that legislation he introduced and helped pass to rename the Au Sable Forks Bridge in honor of the late Steve Godlewski, a pillar of the Black Brook community, has been signed into law (S.2027/A.888). “Steve Godlewski was a larger-than-life figure who touched so many lives here in the North Country,” […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones 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 significant renovations to better serve their communities. “Public libraries not only provide […]

From the office of Assemblyman Bill Jones 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 who have been sexually abused or forced into human trafficking […]

Source: How prisons became the North Country’s normal | NCPR News

From the office of Assemblyman Bill Jones 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 will be allowed to apply to NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) for easements on forest […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones 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 and building new bridges,” Jones said. “It’s an investment in our local economy and, most […]

Source: Democrats in Albany rethink using NY’s prison system as an economic engine | NCPR News

Source: Analysis: Supreme Court gerrymandering decision could devastate NY Republicans | NCPR News

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation restoring Extreme Winter Weather Recovery Funding passed the Assembly (A.8434). “I have consistently remained committed to allocating resources towards strengthening our infrastructure,” said Jones. “This year was no exception as we added $65 million dollars to the Extreme Winter Weather Recovery Program funding, which our North Country towns […]

Source: Senate identifies ‘pork’ projects for members – Capitol Confidential

Source: New York lawmakers abandon solitary confinement reforms, scrap automatic voter registration as they barrel to end of legislative session – New York Daily News

From the office of State Senator Betty Little A bill to provide legal clarity for the removal of disruptive campground guests received final legislative approval in the State Senate on Wednesday, June 19. The bill has been sponsored by Senator Betty Little for numerous years at the request of the Campground Owners of New York […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones 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 able to get out in nature and explore,” Jones said. “But it’s important that visitors […]

Source: Legal pot hopes go up in smoke at NY statehouse | News | pressrepublican.com

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 Brook town supervisor and councilperson. “The folks of Au Sable Forks loved Feeks Pharmacy […]

Source: New York Ends Religious Exemptions to Vaccines : NPR

Source: React-O-Mat™ – Assembly approves driver’s licenses for undocumented immigrants – Capitol Confidential

“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 weeks of the 2019 legislative session, it is more important than ever to fight for legislation that […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones 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 to use their summer leisure time to build upon and strengthen […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones “The governor and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision’s decision not to close any prisons in the North Country is a huge victory for our communities and our regional economy. The men and women whose jobs were up in the air can breathe a sigh of relief […]

Source: Jones: North Country prisons spared from closures | News | pressrepublican.com

From the office of Senator Little State Senator Betty Little joined her Republican colleagues at a press conference in Albany today to advocate for a package of bills that would reform New York State’s parole system to keep violent criminals behind bars longer and ease the parole process for victims and their families. “Anyone who […]

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) presented Diane Menard with a New York State Gift of Life Medal of Honor on Monday for her selfless donation of a kidney to her sister, Julie Seibert, a Rouses Point resident who was battling a rare autoimmune disorder. The Gift of Life Medal of Honor program was created in 2002 […]

Source: NY Gov. Cuomo Signs Plastic Bag Ban | WAMC

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that the 2019-20 state budget invests in critical funding that will help North Country farmers grow their businesses. This year’s plan includes $33.2 million for agriculture across the state. “North Country folks know better than anyone that our farms are the lifeblood of […]