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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'Community Opioid & Substance Abuse Forum' this Thursday, February 9th, in Bath: Find out more here

February 8, 2017

Steuben County is holding a "Community Opioid & Substance Abuse Forum" this Thursday night.

O’Mara continues as a member of Senate Task Force on Lyme Disease: Key task force recommendations signed into law last year

February 7, 2017

"It’s a debilitating disease that’s a major concern for everyone who enjoys the outdoors. It’s a serious public health threat that continues to demand our attention, and action,” said Senator O’Mara, chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.

Senate approves legislation authorizing ride-sharing companies to operate Upstate

February 6, 2017

“Our upstate communities are blocked from the economic, environmental and public safety benefits offered by Uber, Lyft and other ride-sharing companies,” said Senator O’Mara, vice chair of the Senate Transportation Committee.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of February 6, 2017 ~ 'Raising awareness of cyber preparedness'

February 6, 2017

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