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Legislature begins public hearings on Gov. Cuomo's proposed state budget: Watch live
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The Legislature's fiscal committees begin a series of public hearings this morning on Goveror Andrew Cuomo's 2013-14 proposed state budget.
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Go to Newsroom!["We’re hopeful that the assistance being provided through the Southern Tier Agricultural Industry Enhancement Program will strengthen regional agriculture through new construction projects like barns, silos, greenhouses and processing facilities while, at the same time, encouraging environmental upgrades including irrigation and drainage,” said Senator O’Mara.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/farm_newweb_0.jpg?itok=aZ_dx-8T)
!["We're hopeful that ongoing state assistance will prove successful in helping localities complete vital projects including sewer and pipeline repairs," said Senator O'Mara.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/drinkingwater_newweb_4.jpg?itok=Iqo9FUjc)
![Senator O'Mara was instrumental in creating the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2015.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/drinkingwater_1_1.jpg?itok=6_5g4ftI)