Heather Scott

1. Federal overreach, increasing government regulations and freedom restrictions became increasingly noticeable in everyday life. After reviewing the voting record of the then-District 1 legislators, I realized they were more interested in representing large lobby groups than North Idaho citizens. I decided to run for office. Both of my grandfathers and my father were veterans and I decided it was my time to serve my country and state.

2. As a longtime aquatic biologist I am uniquely qualified to deal with environmental and energy is- sues. I have shown in my first term I am not afraid to tackle tough is- sues, often leading the charge when other elected officials hold back. I have not compromised my position on legislation or issues in order to “go with the party.” I vote on legislation based on its constitutionality and whether it protects or deteriorates personal freedoms, and I do so with tenacity and commitment.

3. Redundant or burdensome taxes and regulations: Small businesses have to spend too much of their time and revenue complying with complex regulations, outrageous healthcare costs, and paperwork, all of which affect their ability to create jobs and grow their business.

Getting federal lands into state ownership and management: Revenues from the sale of managed natural resources will vastly increase the dollars available for education and end the continuous levy requests that are dividing our communities. Idaho can then ensure that residents benefit economically from available renewable resources while responsible stewardship of our lands is provided.

Water adjudication: Water is one of our most precious resources in District 1, and control over its availability needs to be insured for the residents of the district.

4. Uphold my oath to the Constitution and ensure that legislation does not grow government or decrease freedoms. Scrutinize proposed rules and regulations which may impact our economy and taxes. Educate citizens on getting involved with the state’s proposed rules and regulations process.

Build support across other districts for legislation similar to Utah’s to begin the process of obtaining title to federal lands in Idaho. I believe this action will gain momentum as the federal government increases the national debt and looks to Idaho’s vast natural resources as a means to appease its creditors.

Remain heavily involved in the pending water adjudication process and actions slated to occur in the next two years to ensure District 1’s greatest natural resource, water, is preserved first for those who call Boundary County and District 1 home.

5. The legacy I hope to create is a legacy of “One who stands for the people when others would not.” “One who empowers citizens to wield their power in government and helps them to navigate and control complex systems.” “One who leaves District 1 and our state a better, more prosperous and freer place than before I was elected. Without freedom and liberty, we are nothing.

6. Support. I voted for it to maintain the voice of the people (via the authority of the legislature) and their power to control state bureaucracies, their unelected officials, and the rule making process as a whole.

7. I do think public K-12 education is adequately funded when compared to other programs in Idaho. More money has not been proven to be the panacea for improving education here in Idaho or anywhere in the country (otherwise Detroit, Chicago, and similar school districts would be tops). In order to get the most out of current funding levels, we need to make it a priority to give true local education authority to parents, teachers and school boards and stop the outside influence of federal programs that use funding to dictate agendas.

8. Yes. Last year’s legislative actions provided adequate dollars for the current transportation needs. Spending appropriately and properly is now up to IDOT. Unfortunately there were other bills proposed but not allowed to be heard that would have fully funded transportation without raising registrations fees and gas taxes.

9. Yes, I support this effort. The detractors of this land ownership/management change are unfortunately not interested in what is best for Idaho residents and lack a grasp of economics and constitutional rights. If Idaho can muster the courage to get our federal lands into state ownership, revenues from the sale of the managed natural resources will pump life into communities and vastly increase the dollars available for all types of state funded programs including fully funding our schools.

10. Yes, Idaho should repeal the healthcare insurance exchange to reduce medical costs and federal data reporting for Idaho Citizens. Health Care costs are out of control and citizens are left behind, as is becoming more and more obvious with every day’s news.

11. I did not support this controversial easement. I support private property rights. I don’t support using public tax dollars to reward private industry for something it could have done for free. Time will tell if the public really benefited from this action. As of today there is no completed plan and no public access to this property. Conservation easements are rapidly creeping into every part of the county and country which forced the IRS in 2013 to tighten loop holes that were being exploited under the guise of conservation easements.

12. Water adjudication.

13. Citizens not engaged in their republic form government.

14. I am criticized for being an outspoken advocate, sharing the truth, informing citizens what is really going on and for protecting freedoms and liberties no matter what the cost. My opponent, her Democrat party, and the establishment in Boise apparently don’t grasp the critical importance of protecting freedoms and liberties and that truth and honesty are defined by God, not man. No attempt to change these definitions will ever be beneficial to man. The more the truth is exposed, the louder the voices of those who perpetuate lies. If ever in doubt, follow the money.

15. I’m optimistic, if we can reduce government-instituted hurdles. My plans include:

• Continue to work to reduce unnecessary, redundant or burdensome taxes and regulations through legislative actions.

• Work on a cottage industry law in Idaho to allow increased business opportunities for families and small-scale entrepreneurs.

• Remain heavily involved in the pending water adjudication process to ensure our greatest natural resource, water, is preserved for District 1 residents.

16. Does or will your voting record follow your oath to uphold the Constitution? Mine does and will continue to do so.