Seward Sponsors Bill to End Pensions for Corrupt Elected Officials

State Senator James Seward has announced he is sponsoring legislation to end pension benefits for elected officials convicted of felonies.

"Those who violate the public trust shouldn't live off the public," he said. "Aggressive prosecution and harsh punishment is needed to target those who use their office as a stepping stone for criminal activity and personal gain."

Seward said that recent arrests and accusations of corruption involving state legislators are indefensible. The actions of a select few bring shame on the institution and are a black eye for all legislators.