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Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of March 11, 2019 ~ 'State investment key to future of local roads'

March 11, 2019

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

Senate women's history exhibit paying tribute to Elmira native, astronaut Eileen Collins: Tompkins County native Susan E. Hall also honored as one of New York’s first Civil War nurses

March 8, 2019

“Eileen Collins is an American hero, one of our nation’s most distinguished citizens, and we’re extremely proud of her as a native of Elmira and New York State. It’s a remarkable career and an inspirational life,” said Senator O’Mara.

O’Mara and Palmesano welcome new winter recovery aid to help repair local roads: New funding announced a day after ‘Local Roads Matter’ coalition holds Albany rally for greater state investment

March 7, 2019

In a joint statement, Senator O’Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano said, “The ‘Local Roads Matter’ coalition continues to make itself heard in Albany and we appreciate the opportunity to help lead their ongoing fight for greater state investment."

O’Mara proposes amendment to expand tax relief for small businesses and farmers: Points to latest study showing NY’s tax burden the highest in the nation

March 7, 2019

“Studies continue to recognize New York as the state with the highest tax burden in the nation," said Senator O'Mara.

State legislators and local leaders: Local roads and bridges need greater state investment (UPDATED)

March 6, 2019

Senator O'Mara, Assemblyman Palmesano and their legislative colleagues joined over 600 local highway superintendents and highway department employees for this year's “Local Roads Matter” advocacy campaign.