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Thomas F. O'Mara

April 13, 2011

Education

Finger Lakes legislators urge Governor Cuomo to veto legislation that would impose burdensome and unnecessary new requirements on wineries and craft beverage producers

December 20, 2018

“It was never the intent of the legislation or its sponsors to create potential hardships for a growing industry which we have supported for years," the Finger Lakes lawmakers said.

O’Mara and Palmesano pledge to continue fight for greater state support for local roads and bridges: Urge Cuomo to prioritize local transportation infrastructure in his call for a new $150-billion infrastructure plan

December 19, 2018

"The improvement and upkeep of local transportation infrastructure is a wise use of taxpayer dollars. Every additional dollar of state support means a dollar less that our local property taxpayers have to pay," said Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano.

O’Mara, Palmesano welcome new round of state aid to support regional economic development councils: Southern Tier and Finger Lakes REDCs continue short- and long-term economic growth and job development strategies

December 18, 2018

“The Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions continue to stand out. This ongoing success is the greatest testament of all to the regional leaders across the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes whose hard work has been unmatched," said Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of December 17, 2018 ~ 'Taxpayer friendly still a top priority'

December 17, 2018

Senator O'Mara shares his weekly perspective on issues facing New York State government.