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

Thomas F. O'Mara

February 17, 2025

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Senator O'Mara

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

O’Mara and colleagues on Senate Task Force release report: O’Mara says local input drives recommendations to strengthen treatment and prevention, education and enforcement

October 24, 2018

"What the Senate task force has heard directly from the local front lines in fighting this heroin and opioid crisis is the foundation we’re building on," said Senator O'Mara.

O’Mara secures state funding to support future cornerstone of Ithaca's revitalized Stewart Park: New funding will assist creation of Wharton Studio Museum and Park Visitor Center

October 18, 2018

Senator O'Mara was joined at today's announcement by Ithaca Deputy Mayor Deb Mohlenhoff (far left), Wharton Studio Museum Executive Director Diana Riesman, and Friends of Stewart Park Executive Director Rick Manning.

O'Mara will join representatives of Wharton Studio Museum, Friends of Stewart Park, city of Ithaca, Tompkins Chamber to announce state funding on Thursday

October 16, 2018

Area counties awarded emergency communications grants: O’Mara and Palmesano say funding supports local first responders

October 11, 2018

"Emergency preparedness, response and recovery are fundamental government responsibilities,” said Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano.