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Thomas F. O'Mara

May 13, 2011

The newly created Spending and Government Efficiency Commission, or SAGE Commission, is inviting public input on ways to cut government waste and smarten up about state spending.

We should take every advantage of the opportunity.

The SAGE Commission is charged with leading the first major overhaul of the state bureaucracy since the late 1920s -- which, from where I stand, makes it the No. 1 government reform effort underway in New York State today.

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April is "National Child Abuse Prevention Month"

April 13, 2017

Congratulations and Thank You!

April 11, 2017

April 11, 2017 marks the 100th Anniversary of the establishment of the New York State Police.

O’Mara highlights final budget's inclusion of stronger state commitment to local transportation and water infrastructure: New plan also increases aid for education, agriculture, direct service professionals, and to combat heroin

April 10, 2017

The final 2017-18 New York State accomplishes one of Senator O'Mara's top priorities: increased state support for the improvement of local roads, bridges and culverts.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of April 10, 2017 ~ 'Water quality investments deserve a headline'

April 10, 2017

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