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"

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O’Mara reminds area residents of 'RecruitNY' campaign on April 28-29: Statewide campaign focuses on challenge of recruiting volunteer firefighters

April 25, 2018

Senator O'Mara visited the North Hornell Volunteer Fire Department last July. Many volunteer departments around the region will hold "RecruitNY" open houses this weekend.

Senate approves 'Drug Take Back Act' sponsored by O’Mara and Hannon: New measure holds drug manufacturers responsible for the proper disposal and collection of their products

April 25, 2018

"It's incredibly important to do anything and everything we can to complement and support the efforts of local law enforcement and other community leaders to combat prescription drug abuse," said Senator O'Mara.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of April 23, 2018 ~ 'Touching the life of every New Yorker'

April 23, 2018

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

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of April 16, 2018 ~ 'Local libraries are worth getting to know'

April 16, 2018

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