Albany, NY (WIBX) - State Senator James Seward is co-sponsoring legislation to expand veteran eligibility for property tax exemptions.

At the annual legislative breakfast in Albany, Seward met with American Legion representatives from around the state to listen to concerns voiced by the veterans' group and the legislation they support.

It is estimated that there are approximately 1.7 million veterans in New York State.

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