Legislature begins public hearings on Gov. Cuomo's proposed state budget: Watch live

Thomas F. O'Mara

January 28, 2013

Budget

The Legislature's fiscal committees begin a series of public hearings this morning on Goveror Andrew Cuomo's 2013-14 proposed state budget.

Watch live HERE.

Saturday's 'National Prescription Drug Take Back Day' important to ongoing fight against abuse, addiction: Senator O’Mara sponsored new law in 2018 to expand year-round drug take back efforts in NYS

October 25, 2018

“It’s incredibly important that our local law enforcement leaders continue to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Their ongoing leadership in this overall effort to combat prescription drug abuse makes all the difference,” said O’Mara.

Senators O'Mara and Helming hold ‘Water Quality Roundtable' in Dundee on Wednesday: Forum brings together water quality advocates and experts to share information, discuss challenges (UPDATED)

October 24, 2018

"We know that the issue of water quality is here to stay," said Senator O'Mara.

O’Mara and Palmesano join local firefighters to welcome new trucks, equipment: State funding assisted purchase of new vehicles and rescue equipment

October 24, 2018

“Thank you to the Fremont and North Hornell firefighters, and their fellow first responders throughout the region, for their outstanding service to save lives and protect property,” said Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano.

O’Mara and colleagues on Senate Task Force release report: O’Mara says local input drives recommendations to strengthen treatment and prevention, education and enforcement

October 24, 2018

"What the Senate task force has heard directly from the local front lines in fighting this heroin and opioid crisis is the foundation we’re building on," said Senator O'Mara.