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.

FORE! O’Mara tees off on proposed ‘Golf Tax’ as a hazard for economic growth and job creation

April 10, 2019

Senator O’Mara said the proposed “golf tax” could end up driving local courses out of business and lead to higher green fees and others costs for area golfers.

O’Mara joins Senate GOP colleagues calling for additional public hearings on proposed 'Farmworkers Fair Labor Practices Act'

April 9, 2019

Senator O’Mara said, “The profound consequences of this legislation to a foundation of New York State’s economy and culture demands a comprehensive series of statewide public hearings."

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of April 8, 2019 ~ 'An empty corner of the ring for Upstate'

April 8, 2019

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

O’Mara highlights failure to fund continued state investment to combat Lyme, other tick-borne diseases: Calls it a setback to recent efforts to keep focus on stopping the disease's spread

April 4, 2019

"Important actions over the past several years have helped broaden the state’s overall response to the spread of Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, and it has made a difference on the local level. Nevertheless, much more needs to be done, particularly in the areas of reporting, testing and treatment, and education and awareness," said Senator O'Mara.