Day of Giving

Thomas F. O'Mara

August 31, 2017

Disaster Recovery

Read and watch more on today's Day of Giving to support the Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of January 27, 2020 ~ 'Taxing and spending into the future'

January 27, 2020

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

State awards 'extreme weather’ funding to repair area roads

January 23, 2020

"The improvement and upkeep of local roads and bridges is a wise use of taxpayer dollars,” the area lawmakers said.

O’Mara again calls for at least a one-year delay on new 'No Bail' reforms: Says law as it stands putting public safety at risk

January 23, 2020

“Every day this ‘No Bail’ law stays in place risks another tragedy. It is irresponsible to just ignore public safety," said Senator O'Mara.

O’Mara legislation targets meth crimes: Harsher penalties for repeat offenders, cooking meth in presence of a child, meth lab explosions and fires

January 23, 2020

"The hazardous and toxic chemicals associated with these labs pose unacceptable risks to our neighborhoods and the public at large, as well as to the safety of police officers, firefighters, and other first responders," said Senator O'Mara.