Pull the Plug on New Taxes

Thomas F. O'Mara

February 5, 2013

Here's my take on one piece of Governor Cuomo's 2013-14 proposed state budget:

“This higher utility tax was one of the worst products of one-party control in New York State government in 2009. I voted against the increased assessment when it was first imposed on businesses and consumers four years ago. It was a bad move then, it’s worse now when New Yorkers find it even harder to make ends meet and the monthly utility bill continues to be sky high,” said O’Mara, who’s serving on the Senate’s budget subcommittee on economic development and taxes. “Governor Cuomo said ‘no new taxes’ in this budget and he should mean it. Higher taxes like this one are tough on consumers and make it harder and harder for New York’s businesses, farmers and manufacturers to stay competitive.”

O’Mara to Cuomo: Sign critical mandate relief legislation into law and let's begin paying even more attention to burden of unfunded mandates on local governments and property taxpayers

August 14, 2016

Senator O’Mara has been outspoken in his criticism that the state, as promised, has not followed through on its commitment to meaningful relief for counties from unfunded state mandates

O’Mara congratulates Keuka Spring Vineyards on selection as ‘Winery of the Year’ and Billsboro Winery for winning this year's 'Governor's Cup' ~ Many other Finger Lakes wineries recognized

August 12, 2016

"These are well-deserved honors for two of our finest Finger Lakes wineries," said Senator O'Mara.

'Elmira will celebrate Molly Huddle Day on Thursday' ~ O'Mara applauds community pride and support ~ Read more (UPDATE, Aug. 12: Molly finishes 6th, sets new American record!)

August 11, 2016

Molly Huddle will compete in the women's 10,000-meter race on Friday at 10:10 a.m. (EST).

'Lawmakers & Volunteers Serve Food to Children, Recognize Task Force'

August 10, 2016

“Child hunger is prevalent throughout our state and throughout our country,” Senator O’Mara said.