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.

Local reps urge Cuomo administration to release funding for county boards of elections: State aid to help counties meet the increased costs of early voting not being released

August 28, 2019

"This funding is critical to the ability of the counties we represent, and counties statewide, to address the increased costs associated with early voting and it should be fully distributed, immediately, like the Legislature intended,” the legislators said.

O’Mara and Palmesano: Thank you to voters for making Finger Lakes 'Best Wine Region', and Finger Lakes Wine Festival runner-up in 'Best Wine Festival' voting

August 26, 2019

Finger Lakes earns "Best Wine Region" for the second consecutive year.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of August 26, 2019 ~ 'Taxes? Fees? More taxes and fees?'

August 26, 2019

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

Family members, State Troopers, area leaders designate ‘Trooper Nicholas F. Clark Memorial Bridge' (UPDATED: Read more and watch yesterday's ceremony)

August 19, 2019

The parents of Trooper Nicholas Clark unveil the new memorial sign at yesterday's ceremony.