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Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of July 27, 2020 ~ 'Protect those who protect us'

July 27, 2020

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

O’Mara named top Republican on Senate Investigations Committee

July 25, 2020

"I appreciate Leader Ortt’s confidence in my experience, commitment and ability to represent our conference on the Investigations Committee, and I want to reinforce my commitment to getting the answers that New Yorkers rightfully deserve,” Senator O’Mara said.

O’Mara, colleagues propose commission to investigate COVID-19 nursing home crisis: Legislative amendment defeated along party lines

July 23, 2020

“I and many others have called for an independent investigation into this crisis and tragedy since April," said Senator O'Mara.

O’Mara, Senate GOP get behind ‘Protect Those Who Protect Us’ legislation: Join sheriffs, other law enforcement calling for action against increasing anti-police violence and pro-criminal policies

July 22, 2020

Senator O'Mara and his colleagues joined law enforcement representatives at the State Capitol today to support the "Protect Those Who Protect Us" legislation.

O’Mara charges legislative leaders fail again to limit Cuomo's executive powers: Says it’s time to end ‘government by executive order’ and restore legislative checks and balances

July 21, 2020

"The dangers and shortcomings of government by executive order have become clear. A legislative process without checks and balances goes too far and fails to be effective," Senator O'Mara said.