Senator O'Mara meets with U.S. Army Private First Class Garey Shane Scott of Elmira Heights during "Fort Drum Day" at the Capitol ~ Watch yesterday's Senate session commemorating "Fort Drum Day"

At the Capitol yesterday, the New York State Senate welcomed American soldiers from the historic 10th Mountain Division of the United States Army stationed at Fort Drum.

The Legislature's annual "Fort Drum Day" represents an important opportunity to honor, to pay tribute to, and to thank these American heroes and patriots for their service all over the world -- and for their incredible contributions to so many communities throughout New York State.  

In the photo above, Senator O'Mara met with the 10th Mountain Division Color Guard including, at the far left, U.S. Army Private First Class Garey Shane Scott of Elmira Heights.

Thank you, PFC Scott, for your commitment, your patriotism, and your service to our state, our nation and the world.

You make us proud, and it was a great privilege to meet you.

Watch yesterday's Senate session commemorating "Fort Drum Day" HERE.

Read more HERE.