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O'Mara seeking local nominations for the Senate's 21st Annual 'Women of Distinction' tribute

February 20, 2018

Senator O'Mara and last year's local "Woman of Distinction," Carmella Hoffman, Owner and Operator of Sunset View Creamery in Odessa.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of February 19, 2018 ~ 'Remain on guard against meth's comeback'

February 20, 2018

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

O’Mara and Palmesano call on Cuomo to include Canandaigua, Keuka, and Seneca lakes on priority list for action to combat harmful algal blooms

February 15, 2018

Finger Lakes legislators are calling on Governor Cuomo to add Canandaiga, Keuka, and Seneca lakes to the list of priority lakes eligible for state assistance to combat harmful algal blooms.

O’Mara and Lupardo introduce expanded 'Student Journalist Free Speech Act' (UPDATED with Capital Tonight interview on February 28)

February 15, 2018

"I have appreciated the enthusiasm and input we've received from administrators, instructors, and students at the Corning Painted-Post High School," said Senator O'Mara.

O’Mara legislation targets meth labs: Harsher penalties would face cookers, including arson charges

February 14, 2018

"Our laws need to be as tough and as thorough as they can possibly be to try to deter and punish the irresponsible meth cookers who have no regard for the health and safety of the rest of us,” said Senator O’Mara.