Tom O'Connor

Vice President, Government Relations at Capital Region Chamber

[Angelo Santabarbara @AsmSantabarbara]

🇺🇸 Pleased to welcome participants of Capital Region Military Day to the New York State Capitol this morning.

This annual event recognizes the important role our military community continues to play in strengthening our nation, supporting our local economy, developing leadership, and serving communities throughout the Capital Region.

Thank you to the Capital Region Chamber, Unified Military Affairs Council and members of the New York National Guard, Navy Reserve Center Schenectady, 109th Airlift Wing for joining us today and THANK YOU to all those who serve our country with dedication and pride 🇺🇸

[Association of Defense Communities (ADC) @defensecomm]

Today, we kicked off the beginning of Summit and ADCs 50th anniversary celebration. Our event housed nearly 900 attendees, coming together to share ideas and hear from defense leaders. Here are a few snapshots of day 1.

[Association of Defense Communities (ADC) @defensecomm]

Two big events. One historical anniversary. Today begins a very special Summit. Alongside the annual event, we are fortunate to celebrate five decades of the Association of Defense Communities.

#ADC50

[The Business Council @BusinessNYS]

Proud to join eight other pro-business and trade associations urging the New York State Legislature to move forward with Governor Hochul’s proposed auto insurance reforms.

Failure to address fraud and rising insurance costs continues to undermine #affordability in New York.

[Tom O'Connor @TomOatCRC]

Great to be at @capregchamber with @MikeElmendorf and business owners to discuss MWBE reform legislation that passed both houses this year thanks to bill sponsors @SenatorHinchey @johnmcdonald108 @MBWalsh112!

[Angelo Santabarbara @AsmSantabarbara]

🇺🇸 Honored to lead our Capital Region Military Day at the State Capitol this morning, where I was pleased to welcome representatives from:

🔹 The 109th Airlift Wing at Stratton Air National Guard Base
🔹 The New York Army National Guard
🔹 The New York National Guard – Office of the Adjutant General
🔹 The U.S. Army Albany Recruiting Company
🔹 The Unified Military Affairs Council
🔹 The Capital Region Chamber
🔹 The Schenectady County Veterans Service Agency

These organizations represent the strength, service, and deep-rooted commitment of our local military community. Later today, we’ll vote on a resolution recognizing their contributions and continued leadership here in the Capital Region.

Thank you all for your service — today and every day.

#CapitalRegionMilitaryDay #SupportOurTroops #ServiceAndSacrifice @SchdyCountyNY @109thAW @capregchamber

[Angelo Santabarbara @AsmSantabarbara]

🇺🇸 Honored to attend this morning’s @109thAW Change of Command Ceremony at Stratton @NYAirNatlGuard base.

Congratulations to Colonel Steven D. Slosek as he assumes command, and thank you to Colonel Robert E. Donaldsonfor your outstanding leadership and service.

We are grateful to the brave men and women of the New York Air National Guard for their dedication to our state and our nation. 🇺🇸 ✈️

#NYAirNationalGuard #109thAirliftWing #ChangeOfCommand

[CEG @CEG_NY]

Don’t miss this op-ed in the Daily Gazette on how NY’s prevailing wage bill would be devastating, by @MarkEaganCCE. The proposal could increase construction costs by 30%. “This drastic increase would stop projects from getting off the ground in the first place, which in turn would eliminate thousands of jobs – including union jobs – and stop the economic development we urgently need in its tracks.” See: https://t.co/M1HfC9VwHT

[John T. McDonald III - Member of NYS Assembly @johnmcdonald108]

Tune in today as we host a Hearing on the Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Program: https://t.co/Puwd5r4Aco

[Angelo Santabarbara @AsmSantabarbara]

🇺🇸 Grateful to stand alongside @UMAC_NY and the @capregchamber at the Annual “To Honor and Serve” Veterans Breakfast this morning! 🌟

It was an honor to help serve breakfast to our courageous veterans and active-duty soldiers, and to express our deepest thanks for their dedication to protecting our freedom. Thank you for your invaluable service! 🇺🇸

Photos coming soon! 📸

#VeteransAppreciation #ServeOurHeroes #HonoringVeterans

[University at Albany @ualbany]

HAPPENING NOW: @GovKathyHochul and @SUNY Chancellor @JohnBKing are joining @HavidanUAlbany to unveil UAlbany’s powerful new #AI supercomputer — a major step forward for our AI Plus initiative!

[University at Albany @ualbany]

Today we unveiled our new #AI supercomputer, one of the most advanced at any U.S. university! It will help our researchers make discoveries that advance the public good, a critical mission for public universities.
https://t.co/HwyclfCeZc

[Angelo Santabarbara @AsmSantabarbara]

🌟 This week, I joined @capregchamber at the Stratton Air National Guard Base with @109thAW in Schenectady County to announce the funding I secured to support @UMAC_NY and its mission that helps military members and their families in our community. 💪✨

🇺🇸 Having served in the US Army Reserve myself, I’m incredibly proud to be part of this initiative. It’s going to make a significant difference by enhancing the resources and programs our heroes deserve. 👏 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

📢 Stay tuned for more exciting updates!

#SupportOurTroops #CommunityStrength #MilitarySupport #ProudToServe 🇺🇸

[Senator Jim Tedisco @JamesTedisco]

Supporting the best, bravest and most compassionate fighting force for good on Earth, the men and women of the United States Military who are stationed at Capital Region military bases as part of Unified Military Affairs Council - UMAC Day at the Capitol. @capregchamber

[Angelo Santabarbara @AsmSantabarbara]

Honored to host Capital Region Military Day at the State Capitol 🇺🇸 Joined by the @capregchamber and @UMAC_NY, we celebrated our veterans and highlighted the vital role of military installations in our community. These bases not only safeguard our security but also drive our regional economy forward, providing jobs and economic growth 🎉 Grateful for our military's service and sacrifice 🙏 #MilitaryDay #Gratitude

[Tom O'Connor @TomOatCRC]

@capregchamber agrees with @nfib_ny and we support @GovKathyHochul's budget proposal. This is a must do for small biz @NYSA_Majority & @NYSenDems.

[NFIB New York @nfib_ny]

Small businesses are being sued for MILLIONS for paying manual workers bi-weekly instead of weekly. Yes, you read that correctly. Multi-million-dollar lawsuits even though employees were paid for every hour they worked. This is madness & must be fixed!

https://t.co/kFNd1peCHX

[John T. McDonald III - Member of NYS Assembly @johnmcdonald108]

Yesterday I met with NFIB members for Small Business Day. As a longtime small business owner, I understand the unique concerns that our small business owners face. I will continue the work to ease the burdens that small business owners face to allow them to keep their doors open.

[NFIB New York @nfib_ny]

Join us for #SmallBusinessDay on March 19, 2024! For more information or to register, visit https://t.co/iuOnoV9n5P.

[Albany FireWolves Lacrosse Club @AlbFireWolves]

This weekend, it means more 🇺🇸

All military members and first responders can receive discounted tickets at the link below or by showing ID at the @TheMVPArena box office.

SALUTE TO SERVICE ➡️ https://t.co/g5jY1SaVSy

[Capital Region Chamber @capregchamber]

As the New York State legislative session begins and the Governor delivers her State of the State address today, we'd like to share your Chamber's 2024 Advocacy Agenda for Prosperity. https://t.co/vR6LEME4EC

Thank you for your continued support!