Rep. Debra Hilstrom 2017 Legislative Survey Question Title * 1. What makes you most proud to be a Minnesotan? Excellent public schools A top performing economy Abundant natural resources A strong sense of community Other (please specify) Question Title * 2. In which areas do you think Minnesota most needs to improve? College affordability Access to early childhood education Investment in roads, bridges and transit Access to affordable, quality health care Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. What issue should be the Legislature’s top priority? Education Transportation Tax Cuts Health Care Economic Opportunity Public Safety Other (please specify) Question Title * 4. When it comes to education, what do you think Minnesota should prioritize? Increasing the statewide per pupil funding formula Expanded early childhood education opportunities Vouchers toward tuition at private schools Teacher training and recruitment More support staff such as counselors, social workers, and psychologists Other (please specify) Question Title * 5. Because private health insurance premiums have risen so rapidly, Governor Dayton has proposed giving Minnesotans the option to “buy into” MinnesotaCare, a 25 year old program providing affordable health insurance to low and middle income individuals. Do you support or oppose this plan? Support Oppose Question Title * 6. Minnesota is ranked 5th in the nation for average student debt load for those with bachelor’s degrees. Which ideas to you support to get a handle on these burdens? Freeze tuition at Minnesota’s public colleges and universities Expand eligibility for Minnesotans to refinance their loans Provide a tax credit toward loan repayments Expand funding for the Minnesota State Grant Program Other (please specify) Question Title * 7. Over the next 20 years, Minnesota faces an $18 billion transportation funding shortfall just to meet today’s needs. How should Minnesota fill this gap? General fund/money from the surplus Increase registration/tab fees Increase gasoline tax Fund projects through bonding/borrowing Other (please specify) Question Title * 8. Please share any other comments or questions: Question Title * 9. Contact information (optional) Name Address City ZIP Email Address Phone Number Question Title * 10. Would you like to subscribe to periodic email updates? Yes No Done