Statement from Senator O'Mara on the strike at the Elmira Correctional Facility

Thomas F. O'Mara

February 17, 2025

correctional officers

Senator O'Mara

"New York State's correctional system is clearly in crisis," said Senator O'Mara.

Southern Tier's state lawmakers urge Cuomo to let local leaders decide on in-person graduations: O’Mara, Palmesano and Friend continue to call on governor to recognize importance of this year’s ceremonies

June 16, 2020

"We encourage you to acknowledge that regional leaders have all along over the past several months done an outstanding job," the area lawmakers said in a letter to the governor.

O’Mara to Cuomo: Give local leaders, school administrators decision making on graduation ceremonies

June 15, 2020

Senator O’Mara and other Southern Tier leaders stress that this state-mandated restriction leaves many school districts unable to conduct a collective gathering for their entire graduating school community.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of June 15, 2020 ~ 'Keeping our reopenings moving forward'

June 15, 2020

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

Regional state lawmakers welcome NY’s go-ahead on local road and bridge work: Prolonged slowdown would have severe economic consequences and lead to job losses

June 11, 2020

"This infrastructure work will be a badly needed jumpstart for regional economies," the area legislators said.