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

Thomas F. O'Mara

April 19, 2011

It's going to be a pivotal year in New York State government. That's one thing most Albany observers already agree on. The challenges have never been greater. Throughout 2011, 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, "New York's not all big cities"

O’Mara and Palmesano: Penn Yan revitalization award keeps fueling local, regional growth

October 5, 2018

"This award will help the village and all of Yates County move forward, revitalize the downtown for businesses, visitors and residents alike, and keep fueling an ongoing renewal across the region," said Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano.

Senate begins hearings today on Governor Cuomo's action to allow parolees to vote: Watch live beginning at Noon

October 1, 2018

Senator O'Mara solicits testimony at today's hearing.

Leading small business group gives O'Mara high rating on Legislative Scorecard

September 26, 2018

“I take great pride in being a strong and steady voice in the state Legislature for our small, independent businessmen and businesswomen," said Senator O'Mara.

Unshackle Upstate gives O'Mara highest grade among state senators: 2017-18 legislative scorecard rates commitment to Upstate manufacturing, tax cuts, mandate relief, regulatory reform

September 25, 2018

"I am proud to be one-hundred percent behind this fight to keep state government’s attention focused on efforts to turn around the Upstate economy, create jobs, cut taxes, enact meaningful mandate relief and regulatory reform, revitalize manufacturing, and strengthen our local economies and communities,” said Senator O'Mara.