‘It makes things worse’: O'Mara says a legislative session defined by out-of-control spending, pro-criminal priorities, and economic uncertainty fails all New Yorkers

Thomas F. O'Mara

June 14, 2025

Senator O'Mara

“It’s no way to run an effective or responsible government. It ignores affordability, common sense, and sustainability,” said Senator O'Mara.

We needed to prioritize a comprehensive set of actions to focus squarely on the affordability challenges facing middle-class families, turn the tide on population loss, and make public safety job number one. That’s far from what’s been done this session.

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