However, this is just a political stunt without really thinking the bill through. Bundgaard said opponents of the plan shouldn't be afraid of full disclosure. The more disclosure the better. The other two key provisions of the bill take aim at an incumbent's surplus and would not let candidates ask for contributions in a government building. Under the bill, state senators and House members could use money in their campaign coffers as a launching pad for a higher statewide office.
State law prohibits the money from being used to launch a bid for a federal post.
Candidates could use leftover money if they run for re-election.