Scott seeks GOP slot for state house seat

Heather Scott, of Blanchard, announced she will seek the Republican nomination in May for the District 1A seat in the Idaho House of Representatives, a position now held by Eric Anderson, R-Priest River.

Scott serves as the Spirit Valley Precinct Committeeman for the Bonner County Republican Central Committee. She has been active in local school and land rights issues as well as educating residents on potential consequences related to Idaho's new state healthcare exchange, states a press release announcing her election intentions.

Her work history includes "simultaneous careers as an aquatic biologist and a local small business owner/farmer while also serving as president of God's Provision Thrift Store in Priest River."

Scott announced she will introduce herself to the residents of District 1 by visiting communities and hosting dessert potlucks. Topics she plans to discuss include the Affordable Care Act, gun laws, and state sovereignty issues.