Overview

LeRoy J. Jones Jr. is a New Jersey state legislator and political party leader. He represents the 20th Legislative District in the New Jersey General Assembly and serves as chairman of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee. His district includes municipalities in Union County.

Jones previously served as mayor of Hillside and later as a member of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, now known as the Union County Board of County Commissioners. His career in public service has included municipal leadership, county government administration, and legislative service at the state level.

In 2021, Jones was elected chairman of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee, the governing body of the Democratic Party in the state. In that role, he oversees party organization, political strategy, and statewide campaign coordination while continuing to serve as a member of the state legislature.

Political Career

Assemblyman, New Jersey General Assembly District 20 (2014-present)

Chairman, New Jersey Democratic State Committee (2021-present)

Freeholder, Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders (2006-2014)

Mayor, Hillside (1993-2004)

Key Policy Areas

Economic development and job creation

Transportation and infrastructure investment

Public education funding

Healthcare access and public health

Housing and community development

Workforce development

Notable Actions / Initiatives

Elected chairman of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee in 2021, overseeing statewide party operations and campaign coordination.

Participated in legislative initiatives in the New Jersey General Assembly related to transportation funding and economic development.

Served on the Union County governing board during a period of county infrastructure and redevelopment projects.

As mayor of Hillside, oversaw municipal administration and local development initiatives.

Education

St. Peter’s College (now Saint Peter’s University), B.S., Marketing

Personal

Birth date: December 20, 1958

Residence: Hillside, Union County, New Jersey