Health insurance costs for educators have soared in the past decade, and in many areas are rising faster than negotiated salary and wage increases.

The state needs to invest in educator health plans such as our Educator Group Insurance Program or EGIP — a statewide insurance pool for all school school staff that would lower costs and stabilize the market.

Many educators who leave the classroom cite healthcare costs as a reason to change industries. To address the staffing crisis in our schools, Minnesota must provide affordable, reliable health insurance to these essential workers.

Together, we can elect leaders who will:
• Reduce the exorbitant cost of health insurance for educators by passing the Educator Group Insurance Program.