Senator O'Mara's weekly column "From the Capitol..."

Thomas F. O'Mara

February 7, 2011

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It's going to be a pivotal year in New York State government. Here at the start of the 2011 legislative session, that's one thing most Albany observers already agree on. The challenges have never been greater. Throughout the year ahead, Senator O'Mara will offer his weekly perspective on many of the key issues, as well as on legislative actions, local initiatives, state programs and policies, and so much more. Stop back every Monday for Senator O'Mara's latest column "From the Capitol..."

This week, "Task Force Here, Task Force There"

[see copy of column attached below]

O’Mara calls for fairness in funding for Upstate, local roads and bridges: At first legislative budget hearing, O’Mara stresses need for stronger state commitment to local roads and bridges

January 26, 2021

The restoration and strengthening of state support for local, upstate and rural roads, bridges and culverts must be a stronger priority in this budget.”

State Senate Republicans unveil plan to ‘Reset NY’s Restaurant & Hospitality Industry’: O’Mara co-sponsoring legislation to provide assistance to ‘cornerstone of our regional economies’

January 26, 2021

"It is time for the Legislature to act as a voice of common sense and fairness in reopening of local economies and restoring local jobs.”

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of January 25, 2021 ~ 'Budget adoption process kicks into virtual high gear this week'

January 25, 2021

Senator O'Mara shares his weekly perspective on issues facing New York State government.

O’Mara calls on Cuomo to extend his curfew for Sunday's AFC Championship: Says fans of the Buffalo Bills should be allowed to stay at restaurants, taverns, other establishments until the end of the game

January 23, 2021

"It’s a big night for the fans and the venues alike, and Governor Cuomo should let it play out," said Senator O'Mara.