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.

Senate GOP urges governor and legislative leaders to prioritize key issues in upcoming state budget: O'Mara stresses need for 'across-the-board agenda to cut taxes, address affordability'

March 11, 2022

"This state is at a crossroads," said Senator O'Mara.

Statement from Senator O'Mara on the closing of the Southport Correctional facility

March 9, 2022

“These decisions impact hundreds of local correctional officers and prison staff, which means hundreds of local families and an already hard-hit local economy.

‘Local Roads Are Essential Coalition’ calls for greater state investment in local roads and bridges across NY (Read and watch more)

March 8, 2022

“We have always stood together with New York’s county and town highway superintendents, and local leaders, and we will continue to do everything we can to raise awareness and call for legislative support. Local roads are essential to New York’s future. We have an unprecedented opportunity to strengthen this state’s commitment. State investment in local transportation infrastructure is a fundamental responsibility and critical to the strength and success of local communities, economies, environments, gove

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of March 7, 2022 ~ 'Time to hit the brakes on NY's rush into the energy unknown'

March 7, 2022

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