Statement from Senator O'Mara on the strike at the Elmira Correctional Facility

Thomas F. O'Mara

February 17, 2025

correctional officers

Senator O'Mara

"New York State's correctional system is clearly in crisis," said Senator O'Mara.

Legislature approves legislation co-sponsored by O'Mara to establish paint recycling program

June 21, 2019

“This legislation exemplifies how much we can accomplish by working together with industry on important environmental concerns. Seeking common ground and cooperation, rather than government cramming unreasonable demands down the throat of industry, can help give New York State a more business-friendly environment and actually result in better, more workable laws,” said Senator O'Mara.

O’Mara opposes ‘Farmworkers Fair Labor Act’: Points to testimony from farmers and others on potentially devastating action (UPDATE: Watch Senator O'Mara's comments)

June 19, 2019

“It’s another bad move at the worst possible time when too many family farms across our region and statewide are already struggling to make ends meet and survive," said Senator O'Mara.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of June 17, 2019 ~ 'A bucket full of positive benefits'

June 17, 2019

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

Today in the Senate: A fitting 'Flag Day' Invocation from Father John Canorro, Pastor of Christ the Good Shepherd in Oswego, NY

June 14, 2019

Father John Canorro is a longtime friend of Senator O'Mara and his family.