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"

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Following a string of recent local incidents, O’Mara renews call for legislation targeting meth labs ~ Repeat offenders, those cooking meth in presence of a child, would face harsher penalties

September 22, 2016

“We need tougher laws against these dangerous and irresponsible meth cookers who have no regard for the health and safety of the rest of us,” said Senator O'Mara.

Elmira Corning Regional Airport awarded 'major' state investment ~ O’Mara says airport investment critical to regional economy (UPDATED, September 22)

September 21, 2016

Senator O'Mara joined Governor Cuomo and other state and local leaders to announce a major state investment in the Elmira Corning Regional Airport.

Listen To Senator O'Mara On AM 1480 WLEA's 'Newsmaker Show' ~ Topics include the impact of the drought on regional farmers, the "Safe School Water Act," and Medicaid reform ~ Listen Here

September 20, 2016