Independence Day 2011

Thomas F. O'Mara

July 4, 2011

My best wishes for a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July celebration.

And a reminder of the foundation of this proud national observance: America's Declaration of Independence.

Senate unanimously approves O’Mara legislation to require schools to test drinking water for lead contamination ~ Assembly approval expected and measure will go to governor to be signed into law

June 16, 2016

Senator O’Mara and Assemblywoman Lupardo have worked closely with a coalition of New York public health, environment, and healthy schools advocacy groups to urge support for the legislation’s enactment.

Legislature gives final approval to O'Mara-Lupardo legislation to advance New York State's industrial hemp industry

June 16, 2016

Supporters recognize industrial hemp as a potentially lucrative way to provide new economic opportunities for farmers.

O’Mara, Palmesano and legislative colleagues honor National Spelling Bee co-champion Jairam Hathwar at the Capitol today ~ Watch Here

June 15, 2016

Senator O'Mara, Jairam, and Assemblyman Palmesano in the Senate Chamber.

O’Mara and Palmesano will host 2016 Scripps National Spelling Bee co-champion Jairam Hathwar and his family at the Capitol on Wednesday ~ Watch Assembly (10 a.m.) and Senate (11:00 a.m.) sessions here

June 15, 2016

Scripps National Spelling Bee Co-Champion Jairam Hathwar of Painted Post.