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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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Trout and salmon season opens on Friday, April 1 ~ A few reminders and other information for local anglers

March 30, 2016

Opening Day of trout season arrives on Friday, April 1st.

O'Mara, Senate colleagues will recognize March 29th as National Vietnam Veterans' Day in session today ~ Senate Resolution will honor service and sacrifices of local, state and national Vietnam vets ~ Read and watch more

March 29, 2016

March 29, 2016 is being recognized as National Vietnam Veterans' Day.

O'Mara sponsoring legislation to create 'New York Craft Beverage Council'

March 29, 2016

The Finger Lakes Beer Trail now includes more than 100 breweries and brew pubs, beer stores, tap houses and tasting rooms.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of March 28, 2016 ~ 'Saluting service and sacrifice'

March 28, 2016

New York State Capitol