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Oneida Business Committee

Executive Session

8:30 AM Tuesday, July 07, 2026

BC Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Norbert Hill Center

Regular Meeting

10:00 AM Wednesday, July 08, 2026

BC Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Norbert Hill Center

Agenda

Meeting agenda is available here: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/.

Materials for the “General Tribal Council” section of the agenda, if any, are available to enrolled members

of the Oneida Nation; to obtain a copy, visit the Government Administrative Office, 1st floor, Norbert Hill

Center and present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to

change.

CALL TO ORDER

II.

OPENING

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE

Oneida Police Department - Nicholas Hill, Zachary Barker

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oneida Election Board Alternates - Jacqueline Webster

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

MINUTES

VI.

Approve the June 10, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

RESOLUTIONS

Adopt resolution entitled Boards Committees and Commissions Law Stipends - July

2026 update

Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

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Adopt resolution entitled Elder Protection Law

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Adopt resolution entitled Authorizing Use of $12,392,601 Carry Over Funds to

Balance the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Adopt resolution entitled Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Budget and Directive to

Present Budget to the General Tribal Council for Approval and forward to General

Tribal Council for adoption

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Adopt resolution entitled Establishing Enterprise Resource Planning System

Modernization as a Strategic Priority of the Oneida Nation

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Adopt resolution entitled Authorizing Use of $15,000,000 of Carry Over Funds for the

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System Modernization

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Adopt resolution entitled Activating the Personnel Commission - Transferring

Cases, Scheduling Training, Support

Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Adopt resolution entitled Amending BC Resolution # 10-22-25-A, 2025-2027 WI Tribal

Assistance Grant Spending Plan

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Adopt resolution entitled Amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness Law

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Adopt resolution entitled Amendments to the Eviction and Termination Law

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Adopt resolution entitled Emergency Amendments to the Election Law

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

APPOINTMENTS

VIII.

Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Community Library Board

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

STANDING COMMITTEES

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Accept the June 11, 2026, Finance Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

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IX.

XII.

Accept the Legislative Operating Committee June 3, 2026, regular meeting

minutes

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Accept the Legislative Operating Committee June 17, 2026, regular meeting

minutes

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Adopt the Higher Education Grant Law - Chapter 1005 - Rule # 1 - Student

Eligibility Requirements and Administration

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Reconsider the May 27, 2026, Oneida Business Committee ONCOA vacancy decision

and approve the recommendation by ONCOA in accordance with ONCOA Bylaws

Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

TRAVEL REPORTS

XI.

OLD BUSINESS

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE

Approve the travel report - Treasurer Lawrence Barton - NAFOA Spring Conference Reno, NV - April 26-28, 2026

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

NEW BUSINESS

Accept the memorandum regarding the withholding of pay for Councilman Marlon

Skenandore

Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Government Administration Director

Approve the agreement - Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District-"NEW Water" file # 2026-0402

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Approve Oneida Finance Committee Charter

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL

PETITIONER GINA POWLESS-BUENROSTRO - PETITION # 2026-01

Accept the statement of effect status update regarding petition # 2026-01

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Accept the legal review status update regarding petition # 2026-01

Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

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Accept the fiscal impact statement status update regarding petition # 2026-01

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Determine next steps - Resignation - Oneida Business Committee

Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

Approve notice and materials for August 24, 2026, tentatively scheduled special

General Tribal Council meeting

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

EXECUTIVE SESSION

REPORTS

Accept the Chief Financial Officer June 2026 report (8:30 a.m.)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Accept the Treasurer's May 2026 report (9:30 a.m.)

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Accept the May 19, 2026, Audit Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Accept the Controlled Keys compliance audit and lift the confidentiality

requirement

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Accept the Drop and Count compliance audit and lift the confidentiality

requirement

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Accept the Blackjack Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the

confidentiality requirement

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Accept the Four Card Poker Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the

confidentiality requirement

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Accept the Mini Baccarat Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the

confidentiality requirement

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Accept the Three Card Poker Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the

confidentiality requirement

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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XIV.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve four (4) new enrollments

Sponsor: Teresa Schuman, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

Accept the May 6, 2026, BC Officer Session notes

Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Government Administration Director

Accept the June 3, 2026, BC Officer Session notes

Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Government Administration Director

Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Liggett Vector Brands LLC

aka JTI Liggett Chain Trade Program - file # 2026-0545

Sponsor: James Petitjean, CEO-Retail

Review application(s) for one (1) vacancy - Oneida Community Library Board

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Enter into the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved Common

Interest Agreement file # 2026-0615 and to approve attorney contract Hobbs

Straus Dean and Walker LLP file # 2027-0410

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Enter into the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved selected

applicant to appoint Jacqueline Webster to the Oneida Election Board

Alternates

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

ADJOURN

Posted on the Oneida Nation’s official website, www.oneida-nsn.gov pursuant to the Open Records and

Open Meetings law (§ 107.14.)

The meeting packet of the open session materials for this meeting is available by going to the Oneida

Nation’s official website at: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/

For information about this meeting, please call the Government Administrative Office at (920) 869-4364 or

(800) 236-2214

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Oneida Police Department - Nicholas Hill, Zachary Barker

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

07/08/2026

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☒ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☐ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Amber Van Kirk, Administrative Assistant

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

AVANKIRK

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Oneida Nation

Government Administrative Office

PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365

oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum

TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

June 22, 2026

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Police Officers

Background

On June 22, 2026, the Oneida Business Committee swore Nicholas Hill and Zachary

Barker into the Oneida Police Department.

The Oneida Police Department hired two new officers that must be sworn in prior to

Academy training, scheduled to begin on June 25, 2026. Due to this deadline, we made

other arrangements to administer their oaths in accordance with the Law Enforcement

law.

301.5-6. Law Enforcement Officers to Be Sworn. All law enforcement officers shall be

installed by sworn oath before the Oneida Business Committee during a regular or

special Oneida Business Committee meeting, or at an alternative time and location as

determined by the Oneida Business Committee Secretary. (a) When taking an oath, the

law enforcement officer shall appear in person to take their oath, except if granted

permission by the Oneida Business Committee Secretary to appear through video

conferencing, or through other telecommunications. (b) If an oath is administered

outside of an Oneida Business Committee meeting, a quorum of Oneida Business

Committee members shall be present to witness the oath.

On June 22, 2026, Tribal Secretary, Lisa Liggins administered the oath of office to

Nicholas Hill and Zachary Barker. The following Oneida Business Committee members

were present: Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, and

Jameson Wilson.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

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Oneida Election Board Alternates - Jacqueline Webster

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

07/08/2026

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☒ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☐ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Amber Van Kirk, Administrative Assistant

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

AVANKIRK

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Oneida Nation

Government Administrative Office

PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365

oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum

TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

July 01, 2026

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board - Alternate

Background

On July 1, 2026, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Jacqueline Webster to the

Oneida Election Board - Alternate.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

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Approve the June 10, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

07/08/26

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☐ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☒ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BPIGMAN

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DRAFT

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting

8:30 AM Wednesday, June 10, 2026

BC Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Norbert Hill Center

Minutes

REGULAR MEETING

Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members:

Kirby Metoxen, Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;

Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;

Arrived at: n/a;

Others present: Jo A. House, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Mark W. Powless, Justin Nishimoto (via

Microsoft Teams), Debra Powless (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa

Summers (via Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams),

Fawn Cottrell (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (via Microsoft

Teams), Ashley Blaker (via Microsoft Teams), Melissa Alvarado (via Microsoft Teams), David P. Jordan

(via Microsoft Teams), Mary Graves (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman (via Microsoft Teams),

Loucinda Conway (via Microsoft Teams), Sara Capelle (via Microsoft Teams), Eric Boulanger (via

Microsoft Teams), Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams), Tonya Webster

(via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Davis (via Microsoft Teams),

Amber Vankirk (via Microsoft Teams), Debra Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via

Microsoft Teams), Patricia King (via Microsoft Teams), (via Microsoft Teams), Debbie Melchert (via

Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Duff (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon Wisneski (via

Microsoft Teams), Shannon Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Sereen Frion

(via Microsoft Teams), Cathy L. Metoxen, Ray Skenandore, Sandra Skenandore, Pearl Webster,

Winnifred Thomas, Neoma Orsburn, Judy Cornelius, Mary Loeffler, Nancy Barton, Daniel Stevens, Luther

Laster, Michelle Nicholas. Alexis Woelfel, Marsha Danforth, Nate Ness, Andy Leitzke, Lois Stevens,

Lennon Stevens, Isley Stevens, Eric Boulanger, Brandon Vande Hei, Troy Parr, Michelle Hill, Danielle

White, Tina Skenandore, Ron King Jr., Michelle Jordan, Jason King, Dar Grignon, Cheryl Stevens, Faith

Huff, Jacy Rasmussen, Beverly King, Lisa John, Nancy Barton, Bobbi Jo King, Suzanna Jordan,

Stephanie Skenandore, Mark Powless, Margaret Ellis, Jean Webster, Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft

Teams);

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill.at 8:30 a.m.

For the record: Councilman Marlon Skenandore is unexcused.

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II.

OPENING (00:00:08)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metioxen.

Special recognition of retirement - Ron King Jr. (00:00:38)

Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chief of Police

Eric Boulanger, Chief of Police, recognized the exemplary career of Detective Sergeant Ron King Jr.

who will be retiring on July 1, 2026, after over 32 years of service to the Oneida Nation.

Special recognition of retirement - Cheryl Stevens (00:06:53)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Mark Powless, CEO-Nation Services, recognized the impactful career of Cheryl Stevens, Grants

Manager, who will be retiring on June 19, 2026, after 36 years of service to the Oneida Nation.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:18:30)

Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt the agenda with three (3) changes, [1) under the Travel Requests

section, add item entitled Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins - MAST Summer Meeting

- South Bend, IN - June 23-25, 2026; 2) under the Travel Requests section, add item entitled Approve

the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill - Prediction Market Meetings - Washington, D.C. - June 2224, 2026; and 3) under the Travel Requests section, delete item entitled Approve the travel request Secretary Lisa Liggins - Annual Tribal Nations and Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI)

Consultation -Ashland, WI - June 23-26, 2026], seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE

Oneida Election Board Alternates - Faith Huff, Lisa John, and Jean Webster

(00:19:33)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oaths of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Faith Huff, Lisa John and Jean Webster were

present.

Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission- Waehiahoweh Maracle (00:22:45)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oaths of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Waehiahoweh Maracle was present via

Microsoft Teams.

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MINUTES

Approve the May 19, 2026, emergency Business Committee meeting minutes

(00:25:24)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the May 19, 2026, emergency Business Committee meeting

minutes, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Approve the May 27, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

(00:25:37)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the May 27, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting

minutes, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

VI.

RESOLUTIONS

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida Casino Hotel (00:25:54)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt resolution 06-10-26-A Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida Casino Hotel, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida Casino Travel Center (00:26:16)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 06-10-26-B Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida Casino Travel Center, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

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Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida Golf Enterprises (00:26:34)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 06-10-26-C Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida Golf Enterprises, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida Nation Four Paths (00:26:53)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 06-10-26-D Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida Nation Four Paths, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida One Stop - E & EE (00:27:13)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 06-10-26-E Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida One Stop - E & EE, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida One Stop – Larsen (00:27:32)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 06-10-26-F Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida One Stop - Larsen, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida One Stop – Packerland (00:27:52)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 06-10-26-G Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida One Stop - Packerland, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

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Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida One Stop – Westwind (00:28:09)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 06-10-26-H Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida One Stop - Westwind, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the

Oneida West Mason Casino (00:28:27)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 06-10-26-I Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage

License for the Oneida West Mason Casino, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Adopt resolution entitled Submission of Section 105(l) Lease Proposals to the

Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation School System (00:28:50)

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt resolution 06-10-26-J Submission of Section 105(l) Lease

Proposals to the Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation School System, seconded by Lisa

Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

VII.

STANDING COMMITTEES

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Accept the May 14, 2026, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes (00:31:47)

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the May 14, 2026, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes,

seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Accept the May 28, 2026, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes (00:32:06)

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the May 28, 2026, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes,

seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

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LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE

Accept the May 20, 2026, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting

minutes (00:32:26)

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the May 20, 2026, regular Legislative Operating Committee

meeting minutes, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

VIII.

TRAVEL REQUESTS

Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins – MAST Meeting – South Bend,

IN - June 23-25, 2026 (00:32:51)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the travel request for Secretary Lisa Liggins to attend the

MAST Meeting in South Bend, IN on June 23-25, 2026, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill - Prediction Market Meetings Washington, D.C. - June 22-24, 2026 (00:33:08)

Sponsor:

Motion by Jameson Wilson to approve the travel request for Chairman Tehassi Hill to attend the

Prediction Market Meetings in Washington, D.C. on June 22-24, 2026, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

IX.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve the nomination of Debra Danforth to the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee

(00:33:31)

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the nomination of Debra Danforth to the CDC Tribal Advisory

Committee, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

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Accept the memorandum regarding the withholding of pay for Councilman Marlon

Skenandore (00:33:49)

Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Government Administration Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the memorandum regarding the withholding of pay for

Councilman Marlon Skenandore, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Item X.A. was addressed next.

Reconsider the May 27, 2026, Oneida Business Committee ONCOA vacancy

decision and approve the recommendation by ONCOA in accordance with ONCOA

Bylaws (00:48:30)

Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

Motion by Jennifer Webster to defer this item to the July 8 2026, regular Business Committee meeting

agenda, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Item XI.A.1. was addressed next.

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL

Schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting to address the PowlessBuenrostro petition #2026-01 (00:40:36)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lawrence Barton to schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting on Monday,

November 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. addressing the Powless-Buenrostro petition #2026-01, seconded by

Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Schedule a date to reconvene the special General Tribal Council meeting

addressing petitions # 2025-04 and # 2025-05 (00:42:17)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting on Monday, October

26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to reconvene addressing petitions # 2025-04 and # 2025-05, seconded by

Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

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XI.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (00:47:47)

Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 9:18 a.m.

Motion by Jonas Hill to go into executive session at 9:18 a.m., seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster, Jameson

Wilson

Not Present:

Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore

Councilman Kirby Metoxen returned at 9:20 a.m.

The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed for lunch at 12:20 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Chairman Tehassi Hill called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.

Roll call for the record:

Present: Treasurer Lawrence Barton; Councilman Jonas Hill; Chairman Tehassi Hill; Councilman

Kirby Metoxen; Councilwoman Jennifer Webster; Councilman Jameson Wilson;

Not Present: Secretary Lisa Liggins; Councilman Marlon Skenandore;

Motion by Jonas Hill to come out of executive session at 2:37 p.m., seconded by Jennifer Webster.

Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Item IX.C. was addressed next.

REPORTS

Accept the CEO-Nation Services report (00:49:08)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the CEO-Nation Services report, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Accept the January 20, 2026, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes

(00:49:22)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the January 20, 2026, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes,

seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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Accept the Oneida Public Transit Controls Assessment - October 2025

compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement (00:49:37)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jameson Wilson to accept the Oneida Public Transit Controls Assessment - October 2025

compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

NEW BUSINESS

Review Formal Complaint and determine next steps (00:49:52)

Sponsor: Cathy Metoxen, Tribal Member

Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the discussion of the Formal Complaint as information, seconded

by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Discuss Oneida Nation Commission on Aging's request regarding the May 27,

2026, Oneida Business Committee vacancy decision (00:50:06)

Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the discussion of the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging’s

request regarding the May 27, 2026, Oneida Business Committee vacancy decision as information,

seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Review the Dealer Tips Seizure and determine next steps (00:50:29)

Sponsor: Ray Skenandore, Tribal Member

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion of the Dealer Tip Seizure topic as information and

forward this item to the BC Officers Session, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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ADJOURN (00:50:52)

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to adjourn at 2:40 p.m., seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Minutes prepared by Bonnie Pigman, Information Management Specialist.

Minutes approved as presented on

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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Adopt resolution entitled Boards Committees and Commissions Law Stipends - July 2026 update

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

07/826

2. Session:

‫ ܈‬Open

‫ ܆‬Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Attorney-Client Privilege

3. Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR

Motion to adopt resolution titled Boards, Committees and Commissions Law Stipends –

July 2026 Update

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

‫ ܆‬Finance

‫ ܈‬Law Office

‫ ܆‬Gaming/Retail

‫ ܆‬Other: Describe

‫ ܆‬Programs/Services

‫ ܆‬DTS

‫ ܈‬Boards, Committees, or Commissions

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

Revised: 01/07/2025

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6. Supporting Documents:

‫ ܆‬Bylaws

‫ ܆‬Contract Document(s)

‫ ܈‬Correspondence

‫ ܆‬Draft GTC Notice

‫ ܆‬Draft GTC Packet

‫ ܆‬E-poll results/back-up

‫ ܆‬Other: Describe

‫ ܆‬Fiscal Impact Statement

‫ ܆‬Law

‫ ܆‬Legal Review

‫ ܆‬Minutes

‫ ܆‬MOU/MOA

‫ ܆‬Petition

‫ ܆‬Presentation

‫ ܆‬Report

‫ ܈‬Resolution

‫ ܆‬Rule (adoption packet)

‫ ܈‬Statement of Effect

‫ ܆‬Travel Documents

7. Budget Information:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Tribal Contribution

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded

‫ ܆‬Unbudgeted

‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

‫ ܈‬Other: Impacts individual boards, committees and commissions budgets, specifically

Personnel Commission and Gaming.

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Primary Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

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Jo Anne House, PhD | Chief Counsel

James R. Bittorf | Deputy Chief Counsel

Kelly M. McAndrews | Deputy Chief Counsel

Law Office

Krystal L. John, Senior Attorney

Carl J. Artman

Peggy A. Van Gheem

Basil J. Buchko, Jr.

MEMORANDUM

TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

DATE:

June 17, 2026

SUBJECT: Resolution – Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends – July 2026

Update

The attached resolution and Statement of Effect are presented for adoption. The resolution

amends the existing stipends by updating two areas based on recent changes to the Personnel

Commission and a request by the Gaming Commission to increase a stipend payment for pro tem

commissioners acting in a hearing.

Line 88 deletes the Personnel Commission from the appointed entities stipends.

Line 110 adds the Personnel Commission into the elected entities stipends.

Lines 126 and 127 adds in an option to specifically identify hearing stipends for different

entities as a Miscellaneous stipend.

Lines 146-148 adds a hearing stipend for pro tem commissioners for Gaming

Commission hearings.

If you have further questions, please contact me.

N7210 Seminary Road Ɣ P.O. Box 109 Ɣ Oneida, WI 54155 Ɣ 920.869.4327

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Oneida Nation

Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # ________

Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends - July 2026 Update

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe

recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,

of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and

WHEREAS,

the Boards, Committees, and Commissions law (“the Law”) was adopted by the Oneida

Business Committee through resolution BC-05-14-97-F and amended by resolutions BC09-27-06-E, BC-09-22-10-C, BC-09-26-18-C, and BC-08-12-20-B; and

WHEREAS,

the Law provides stipends paid by the Oneida Nation to a person serving on a board,

committee, or commission of the Nation in order to compensate the individual for his or her

contribution of time, effort, and work for the board, committee, or commission for the

betterment of the Nation; and

WHEREAS,

the Law requires the Oneida Business Committee to set stipend amounts by resolution;

and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee is required to periodically review the amounts provided

for stipends and, based on the availability of funds, shall adjust those amounts accordingly

by amending this resolution; and

WHEREAS,

on September 26, 2018, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-09-2618-D, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends which set forth the specific

stipend amounts allowed to be paid to a member of a board, committee, or commission;

and

WHEREAS,

on May 8, 2019, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-05-08-19-B,

Amending Resolution BC-09-26-18-D Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law

Stipends to allow the Oneida Nation School Board to be eligible to receive a stipend for

participating in interviews and/or job description prescreens; and

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BC Resolution # __________

Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends – July 2026 Update

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WHEREAS,

on March 17, 2019, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-03-27-20-D,

Amending Resolution BC-05-08-19-B Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law

Stipends to reflect emergency amendments that were made to the Law through resolution

BC-03-17-20-C to address the requirements of holding stipend eligible meetings during the

COVID-19 pandemic by providing that the meeting stipend limitation for appointed entities

would be revised from up to “one (1) stipend per month” to up to “twelve (12) stipends per

year,” and for elected entities revised from up to “two (2) stipends per month” to up to

“twenty-four (24) stipends per year”; and

WHEREAS,

on August 12, 2020, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-08-12-20-C,

Amended Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends which amended

resolution BC-03-27-20-D to reflect the permanent adoption of amendments that were

made to the Law through resolution BC-08-12-20-B; and

WHEREAS,

resolution BC-08-12-20-C adjusted the meeting stipend limitation for appointed entities

from up to “one (1) stipend per month” to up to “twelve (12) stipends per fiscal year,” and

for elected entities from up to “two (2) stipends per month” to up to “twenty-four (24)

stipends per fiscal year, and revised how stipends for conferences and training would be

calculated so instead of a stipend of “one hundred dollars ($100) per day for attendance at

a conference or training”, a member of a board, committee, or commission of the Nation

would be eligible to receive a stipend of “fifty dollars ($50) for up to four (4) hours of

attendance at a conference or training or a stipend of one hundred dollars ($100) for more

than four (4) hours of attendance;” and

WHEREAS,

resolution BC-04-13-22-B allowed the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee and the Oneida

Police Commission to be eligible to receive the miscellaneous stipend for interviews and

job selection pre-screening since the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee has

responsibilities in the hiring of the Nation’s Trust Enrollment Director and the Oneida Police

Commission has responsibilities in the hiring of law enforcement officers; and

WHEREAS,

resolution BC-07-09-25-A amends the stipends of the Oneida Election Board to pay each

member for the actual number of hours they work for Election activities; and

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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee sets forth the following

stipend amounts allowed to be paid to a member of a board, committee, or commission of the Nation:

1. Meetings of a Board, Committee, or Commission of the Nation. A member of a board, committee,

or commission of the Nation shall receive a stipend for attending a duly called meeting of the board,

committee, or commission in accordance with the Law.

a. Appointed Boards, Committees, and Commissions. A member of an appointed board,

committee, or commission of the Nation shall receive a stipend of seventy-five dollars ($75)

for a duly called meeting of the board, committee, or commission for up to twelve (12)

meetings per fiscal year.

i. Appointed boards, committees, and commissions of the Nation include the

following:

1. Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board;

2. Oneida Community Library Board;

3. Environmental Resource Board;

4. Oneida Nation Arts Board;

5. Oneida Nation Veterans Affairs Committee;

6. Oneida Police Commission;

7. Oneida Pow-wow Committee;

8. Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee; and

9. Southeastern Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board.

b. Elected Boards, Committees, and Commissions. A member of an elected board,

committee, or commission of the Nation shall receive a stipend of one hundred dollars

($100) for a duly called meeting of the board, committee, or commission for up to twentyfour (24) meetings per fiscal year.

i. Elected boards, committees, and commissions of the Nation include the following:

1. Oneida Nation Commission on Aging;

2. Oneida Election Board;

3. Oneida Land Claims Commission;

4. Oneida Land Commission;

5. Oneida Nation School Board;

6. Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee; and

7. Oneida Gaming Commission;

a. Although the Oneida Gaming Commission is an elected

commission of the Nation, the Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance

provides that the compensation of Oneida Nation Gaming

Commissioners is not subject to the Nation’s Boards, Committees,

and Commissions law.

8. Oneida Personnel Commission.

2. Joint Meetings with the Oneida Business Committee. A member of a board, committee, or

commission of the Nation shall receive a stipend for attending a duly called joint meeting between

the board, committee, or commission and the Oneida Business Committee in accordance with the

Law.

a. Appointed Boards, Committees, and Commissions. A member of an appointed board,

committee, or commission of the Nation shall receive a stipend of seventy-five dollars ($75)

for a duly called joint meeting.

b. Elected Boards, Committees, and Commissions. A member of an elected board,

committee, or commission of the Nation shall receive a stipend of one hundred dollars

($100) for a duly called joint meeting.

3. Oneida Judiciary Hearings. A member of a board, committee, or commission of the Nation shall

receive a stipend of fifty dollars ($50) for attending a hearing of the Oneida Judiciary if the member’s

attendance at the hearing is required by official subpoena.

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4. Hearings of a Board, Committee, or Commission of the Nation. A member of a board, committee,

or commission of the Nation shall receive a stipend of fifty dollars ($50) for conducting an official

hearing of the board, committee, or commission, unless a different stipend is specifically identified

below in subsection 5 of this Resolve.

5. Miscellaneous Stipends. The Oneida Business Committee shall have the discretion to determine

any other stipends deemed appropriate.

a. Pow-wow Activities. A member of the Oneida Pow-wow Committee shall receive a stipend

of twenty-five dollars ($25) per hour for services they provide during each Pow-wow, not to

exceed two hundred dollars ($200) per day, contingent upon available budgeted funds.

b. Election Activities. A member of the Oneida Election Board shall receive a stipend of

twenty-five dollars ($25) per hour, contingent upon available budgeted funds, for services

they provide during an election including, but not limited to, managing the polling sites,

recounts, and lot drawings.

c. General Tribal Council Meetings. A member of the Oneida Election Board shall receive a

stipend of one hundred dollars ($100) for attendance and service provided at a General

Tribal Council meeting of the Nation.

d. Interviews and Job Selection Pre-Screening. A member of the Oneida Personnel

Commission, Oneida Nation School Board, Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee, or the

Oneida Police Commission shall receive a stipend of twenty-five dollars ($25) for up to four

(4) hours of participating in interviews and/or job description pre-screens, and a stipend of

fifty dollars ($50) for more than four (4) hours of participating in interviews and/or job

description pre-screens.

e. Gaming Commission Pro Tem Appointments for Hearings. A pro tem hearing officer for the

Gaming Commission shall receive a stipend of two hundred dollars ($200) for each

hearing.

6. Conferences and Training. A member of a board, committee, or commission of the Nation shall

receive a stipend of fifty dollars ($50) for up to four (4) hours of attendance at a conference or

training that is required by law, bylaw, or resolution, or a stipend of one hundred dollars ($100) for

more than four (4) hours of attendance at a conference or training that is required by law, bylaw,

or resolution.

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this resolution is hereby adopted and effective immediately, superseding

all former resolutions regarding stipends under the Boards, Committees, and Commissions law.

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee

Legislative Operating Committee

PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365

Oneida-nsn.gov

Statement of Effect

Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends - July 2026 Update

Summary

This resolution updates the identification of the Oneida Personnel Commission to an elected board,

committee, and commission for stipends; clarifies when hearing stipends apply; and allows a pro

tem hearing officer for the Oneida Gaming Commission to be eligible to receive a stipend of two

hundred dollars ($200) for each hearing.

Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office

Date: June 15, 2026

Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office

The Boards, Committees, and Commissions law (“the Law”) was adopted by the Oneida Business

Committee for the purpose of governing boards, committees, and commissions of the Nation,

including the procedures regarding the appointment and election of persons to boards, committees

and commissions, creation of bylaws, maintenance of official records, compensation, and other

items related to boards, committees and commissions. [1 O.C. 105.1-1].

Stipends are paid by the Oneida Nation to a person serving on a board, committee, or commission

of the Nation in order to compensate the individual for his or her contribution of time, effort, and

work for his or her board, committee, or commission for the betterment of the Nation. [1 O.C.

105.3-1(p)].

The Law requires that the Oneida Business Committee set stipend amounts by resolution. [1 O.C.

105.13-2]. On September 26, 2018, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-0926-18-D, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends which set forth the specific

amounts for the various stipends a member of a board, committee, or commission may be eligible

to receive.

The Oneida Business Committee is delegated the responsibility to periodically review the amounts

provided for stipends, and based on the availability of funds, adjust those amounts accordingly by

amending the stipend resolution. [1 O.C. 105.13-2].

The Oneida Business Committee has periodically adjusted the stipend amounts provided to a

member of a board, committee, or commission. Some examples of which include:

On May 8, 2019, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-05-08-19-B,

Amending Resolution BC-09-26-18-D Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law

Stipends to allow the Oneida Nation School Board to be eligible to receive a stipend for

participating in interviews and/or job description prescreens.

On March 17, 2020, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-03-17-20-D,

Amending Resolution BC-05-08-19-B Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law

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Stipends to reflect emergency amendments that were made to the Law through resolution

BC-03-17-20-C to address the requirements of holding stipend eligible meetings during the

COVID-19 pandemic. The emergency amendments to the Law provided that the meeting

stipend limitation for appointed entities would be revised from up to “one (1) stipend per

month” to up to “twelve (12) stipends per year,” and for elected entities revised from up to

“two (2) stipends per month” to up to “twenty-four (24) stipends per year.”

On August 12, 2020, the Oneida Business Committee adopted permanent amendments to

the Boards, Committees, and Commissions law through the adoption of resolution BC-0812-20-B, Amendments to the Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law. The Oneida

Business Committee then adopted resolution BC-08-12-20-C, Amended Boards,

Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends which amended resolution BC-03-27-20-D to

reflect the permanent adoption of amendments that were made to the Law through

resolution BC-08-12-20-B. Resolution BC-08-12-20-C made the following revisions to

stipends for members of a board, committee, or commission of the Nation:

adjusted the meeting stipend limitation for appointed entities from up to “one (1)

stipend per month” to up to “twelve (12) stipends per fiscal year,” and for elected

entities from up to “two (2) stipends per month” to up to “twenty-four (24) stipends

per fiscal year;”

revised how the stipend for conferences and trainings will be calculated from “a

member of a board, committee, or commission of the Nation was eligible to receive

a stipend of one hundred dollars ($100) per day for attendance at a conference or

training that is required by law, bylaw, or resolution” to “a member of a board,

committee, or commission of the Nation is eligible to receive a stipend of fifty

dollars ($50) for up to four (4) hours of attendance at a conference or training that

is required by law, bylaw, or resolution, or a stipend of one hundred dollars ($100)

for more than four (4) hours of attendance at a conference or training that is required

by law, bylaw, or resolution.”

On April 13, 2022, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-04-13-22-B,

Further Amendments to the Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends, which

amended resolution BC-08-12-20-C to allow the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee and

the Oneida Police Commission to be eligible to receive a stipend for participation in

interviews and job selection pre-screening.

On July 8, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-07-08-25-A,

Further Amendments to the Boards, Committees, and Commissions Law Stipends – 2025,

which amended the stipends of the Oneida Election Board members to pay each member

for the actual number of hours they work for Election activities.

Through the adoption of this resolution some updates to stipends for boards, committees, and

commissions are made.

First, the Oneida Personnel Commission is moved from being identified as an appointed boards,

committees, and commissions to being listed under the elected boards, committees, and

commissions. On June 1, 2025, the General Tribal Council adopted a motion “to direct the

Business Committee to amend the Oneida Personnel Commission Bylaws to make the Oneida

Personnel Commission positions elected and to make this effective for the Oneida triannual

election to be held in 2026.” Updated Oneida Personnel Commission bylaws were adopted on

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January 14, 2026. A member of the Oneida Personnel Commission is eligible to receive a stipend

amount of one hundred dollars ($100) for a duly called meeting of the board, committee, or

commission for up to twenty-four (24) meetings per fiscal year.

This resolution also clarifies that a member of a board, committee, or commission of the Nation is

eligible to receive a stipend of fifty dollars ($50) for conducting an official hearing of the board,

committee, or commission, unless a different stipend is specifically identified below in subsection

five (5) of this Resolve. Subsection five (5) of the Resolve then goes on to add a new miscellaneous

stipend appropriation – which is for Gaming Commission Pro Tem appointments for hearings.

This resolution provides that a pro tem hearing officer for the Oneida Gaming Commission is

eligible to receive a stipend of two hundred dollars ($200) for each hearing.

This resolution would be effective immediately upon adoption by the Oneida Business Committee

and supersede all former resolutions regarding stipends under the Boards, Committees, and

Commissions law.

Conclusion

Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.

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Adopt resolution entitled Elder Protection Law

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

07/8/26

2. Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Personnel Related

3. Requested Motion:

☐ Accept as information; OR

Adopt the resolution entitled, Elder Protection Law.

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☐ Finance

☐ Law Office

☐ Gaming/Retail

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Programs/Services

☐ DTS

☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

Revised: 01/07/2025

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6. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☒ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Contract Document(s) ☒ Law

☒ Correspondence

☐ Legal Review

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Minutes

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition

☒ Other: Legislative Analysis

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☒ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☒ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

7. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution

☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded

☒ Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Primary Requestor:

Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney

Revised: 01/07/2025

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee

Legislative Operating Committee

PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365

Oneida-nsn.gov

TO:

FROM:

DATE:

RE:

Oneida Business Committee

Jameson Wilson, LOC Chairperson

July 08, 2026

Adoption of the Elder Protection Law

Please find the following attached backup documentation for your consideration of the adoption

of Elder Protection Law:

Resolution: Elder Protection Law

Statement of Effect: Elder Protection Law

Elder Protection Law Legislative Analysis

Elder Protection Law Draft (Clean)

Elder Protection Law Fiscal Impact Statement

Overview

The purpose of the Elder Protection law is to uphold the Nation’s responsibility to honor and

protect its elders. This law establishes a comprehensive framework to prevent, identify, report,

investigate, and respond to elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation and affirms

the Nation’s cultural responsibility to honor, respect, and preserve elder wellbeing. [7

O.C. 706.1-1; 706.1-2]. The Elder Protection Law will:



Establish a comprehensive framework to prevent, identify, report, investigate, and respond

to elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation. [7 O.C. 706.1-1(a)–(c)].

Establish an Interdisciplinary Team composed of multiple Nation departments to

coordinate case review, guide investigations, recommend actions, promote cooperation,

and identify resources. [7 O.C. 706.4-1; 706.4-5].

Establish a duty to report suspected elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The law requires

any person with knowledge or reasonable suspicion of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or

exploitation of an elder to report immediately to Aging & Disability Services or the Oneida

Police Department. [7 O.C. 706.5-2].

Create a broad class of mandated reporters, including family, caretakers, elected officials,

employees, healthcare workers, mental health professionals, social workers, law

enforcement, judicial staff, and fiduciaries. [7 O.C. 706.5-2(a)–(d)].

 Good-faith reporters receive immunity. [7 O.C. 706.5-4].

 Non-mandated reporters may remain anonymous. [7 O.C. 706.5-3].

Establish civil penalties:

 A mandated reporter who fails to report may be fined up to $2,000. [7

O.C. 706.5-5(a)].

 Anyone who knowingly files a false report may be fined up to $2,000. [7

O.C. 706.5-6(a)].

 Anyone who interferes with an investigation or retaliates against a reporter may be

fined up to $2,000 per occurrence. [7 O.C. 706.6-9(c)].

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Provide investigation procedures requirements including that they must begin promptly

and include required steps such as:

 Visiting the elder’s residence;

 Observing the elder;

 Conducting interviews;

 Reviewing healthcare and financial records;

 Interviewing guardians/caregivers;

 Requesting law-enforcement assistance;

 Offering or arranging needed services.

[7 O.C. 706.6-1; 706.6-2; 706.6-4; 706.6-5].

Authorize medical examinations under specified consent conditions or by court order. [7

O.C. 706.6-3].

Authorize emergency protective actions, including protective placement, may be taken

when necessary. [7 O.C. 706.6-6].

Protect confidentiality and records. Departmental report forms and investigative records

are confidential and may only be disclosed under limited circumstances, such as to the

elder, suspect, service providers, law enforcement, auditors, and through court order. [7

O.C. 706.6-7(a)–(i)].

Provide that records must be retained for five years. [7 O.C. 706.6-8(c)].

Affirm elders’ rights to:

 Notice of an investigation unless emergency conditions exist. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(a)].

 Refuse services if they have capacity. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(b)].

 Protect their property rights, including the right to deny entry. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(c)–

(d)].

 Representation by counsel at their own expense. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(e)].

Provide for rights of the accused to refuse services for themselves, refuse entry (subject

to warrant), and obtain counsel at their own expense. [7 O.C. 706.7-2(a)–(c)].

Grant the Oneida Trial Court jurisdiction over all actions under this law. [7 O.C. 706.8-1].

Personal jurisdiction extends to members of the Nation and Nation employees. [7

O.C. 706.8-1].

The Legislative Operating Committee developed the proposed Elder Protection Law through

collaboration with representatives from Aging and Disability, Comprehensive Health Division,

Oneida Police Department, Oneida Law Office, Oneida Nation Commission on Aging, Oneida

Judiciary, Government Administration Office and CEO. The Legislative Operating Committee

held thirty (30) work meetings on the development of the Elder Protection Law.

The development of the Elder Protection Law complies with all processes and procedures required

by the Legislative Procedures Act, including the development of a legislative analysis, a fiscal

analysis, and the opportunity for public review during a public meeting and public comment

period. [1 O.C. 109.6, 109.7, 109.8].

The Legislative Operating Committee held a public meeting on the proposed Elder Protection Law

on April 16, 2025. Four (4) individuals provided public comments during this public meeting. The

public comment period was then held open until April 23, 2026. Three (3) individuals provided

written comments during the public comment period.

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The Elder Protection Law will become effective August 03, 2026.

Requested Action

Adopt the Resolution: Elder Protection Law.

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Oneida Nation

Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution #

Elder Protection Law

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe

recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,

of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and

WHEREAS,

the Elder Protection Law (“the Law”) was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee

through resolution BC-XX-XX-XX-X; and

WHEREAS,

the purpose of this Law is to uphold the Nation’s responsibility to honor and protect its

elders. This law establishes a comprehensive framework to prevent, identify, report,

investigate, and respond to elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial

exploitation and affirms the Nation’s cultural responsibility to honor, respect, and preserve

elder wellbeing; and

WHEREAS,

the Law establishes a comprehensive framework to prevent, identify, report, investigate,

and respond to elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation; and

WHEREAS,

the Law establishes an Interdisciplinary Team composed of multiple Nation departments

to coordinate case review, guide investigations, recommend actions, promote

cooperation, and identify resources; and

WHEREAS,

the Law provides investigation procedures requirements including that they must begin

promptly and include required steps such as:

 Visiting the elder’s residence;

 Observing the elder;

 Conducting interviews;

 Reviewing healthcare and financial records;

 Interviewing guardians/caregivers;

 Requesting law-enforcement assistance;

 Offering or arranging needed services; and

WHEREAS,

the Law establishes a duty to report suspected elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The

law requires any person with knowledge or reasonable suspicion of abuse,

neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of an elder to report immediately to Aging & Disability

Services or the Oneida Police Department; and

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BC Resolution _____________

Elder Protection Law

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WHEREAS,

the Law creates a broad class of mandated reporters, including family, caretakers, elected

officials, employees, healthcare workers, mental health professionals, social workers, law

enforcement, judicial staff, and fiduciaries.

 Good-faith reporters receive immunity.

 Non-mandated reporters may remain anonymous; and

WHEREAS,

the Law establishes civil penalties:

 A mandated reporter who fails to report may be fined up to $2,000.

 Anyone who knowingly files a false report may be fined up to $2,000.

 Anyone who interferes with an investigation or retaliates against a reporter may

be fined up to $2,000 per occurrence; and

WHEREAS,

the Law protects confidentiality and records. Departmental report forms and investigative

records are confidential and may only be disclosed under limited circumstances, such as

to the elder, suspect, service providers, law enforcement, auditors, and through court

order; and

WHEREAS,

the Legislative Operating Committee developed the proposed through collaboration with

representatives from Aging and Disability, Comprehensive Health, Oneida Law Office,

Oneida Police Department, Oneida Commission on Aging, CEO; and

WHEREAS,

in accordance with the Legislative Procedures Act a legislative analysis and fiscal impact

statement were completed for the proposed Elder Protection Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Legislative Operating Committee held a public meeting on the proposed Elder

Protection Law on April 16, 2025. Four (4) individuals provided public comments during

this public meeting. The public comment period was then held open until April 23, 2026.

Three (3) individuals provided written comments during the public comment period; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee hereby adopts the amendments

to the Elder Protection Law, which shall become effective on August 03, 2026.

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee

Legislative Operating Committee

PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365

Oneida-nsn.gov

Statement of Effect

Elder Protection Law

Summary

This resolution adopts the Elder Protection Law.

Submitted by: Grace L. Elliott, Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office

Date: June 17, 2026

Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office

This resolution adopts the Elder Protection Law. The purpose of the Elder Protection Law is to

uphold the Nation’s responsibility to honor and protect its elders. This law establishes a

comprehensive framework to prevent, identify, report, investigate, and respond to elder abuse,

neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation and affirms the Nation’s cultural responsibility to

honor, respect, and preserve elder wellbeing. [7 O.C. 706.1-1; 706.1-2]. The Elder Protection Law

will:

▪

Establish a comprehensive framework to prevent, identify, report, investigate, and respond

to elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation. [7 O.C. 706.1-1(a)–(c)].

Establish an Interdisciplinary Team composed of multiple Nation departments to

coordinate case review, guide investigations, recommend actions, promote cooperation,

and identify resources. [7 O.C. 706.4-1; 706.4-5].

Establish a duty to report suspected elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The law requires

any person with knowledge or reasonable suspicion of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or

exploitation of an elder to report immediately to Aging & Disability Services or the Oneida

Police Department. [7 O.C. 706.5-2].

Create a broad class of mandated reporters, including family, caretakers, elected officials,

employees, healthcare workers, mental health professionals, social workers, law

enforcement, judicial staff, and fiduciaries. [7 O.C. 706.5-2(a)–(d)].

▪ Good-faith reporters receive immunity. [7 O.C. 706.5-4].

▪ Non-mandated reporters may remain anonymous. [7 O.C. 706.5-3].

Establish civil penalties:

▪ A mandated reporter who fails to report may be fined up to $2,000. [7

O.C. 706.5-5(a)].

▪ Anyone who knowingly files a false report may be fined up to $2,000. [7

O.C. 706.5-6(a)].

▪ Anyone who interferes with an investigation or retaliates against a reporter may be

fined up to $2,000 per occurrence. [7 O.C. 706.6-9(c)].

Provide investigation procedures requirements including that they must begin promptly

and include required steps such as:

▪ Visiting the elder’s residence;

▪ Observing the elder;

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Conducting interviews;

Reviewing healthcare and financial records;

Interviewing guardians/caregivers;

Requesting law-enforcement assistance;

Offering or arranging needed services.

[7 O.C. 706.6-1; 706.6-2; 706.6-4; 706.6-5].

Authorize medical examinations under specified consent conditions or by court order. [7

O.C. 706.6-3].

Authorize emergency protective actions, including protective placement, may be taken

when necessary. [7 O.C. 706.6-6].

Protect confidentiality and records. Departmental report forms and investigative records

are confidential and may only be disclosed under limited circumstances, such as to the

elder, suspect, service providers, law enforcement, auditors, and through court order. [7

O.C. 706.6-7(a)–(i)].

Provide that records must be retained for five years. [7 O.C. 706.6-8(c)].

Affirm elders’ rights to:

▪ Notice of an investigation unless emergency conditions exist. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(a)].

▪ Refuse services if they have capacity. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(b)].

▪ Protect their property rights, including the right to deny entry. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(c)–

(d)].

▪ Representation by counsel at their own expense. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(e)].

Provide for rights of the accused to refuse services for themselves, refuse entry (subject

to warrant), and obtain counsel at their own expense. [7 O.C. 706.7-2(a)–(c)].

Grant the Oneida Trial Court jurisdiction over all actions under this law. [7 O.C. 706.8-1].

Personal jurisdiction extends to members of the Nation and Nation employees. [7

O.C. 706.8-1].

▪

Adoption of any legislation is required to comply with the Legislative Procedures Act (“the LPA”),

which was adopted by the General Tribal Council through resolution GTC-01-07-13-A for the

purpose of providing a standardized process for the adoption of laws of the Nation. [1 O.C. 109.11]. The Elder Protection Law amendments complied with all processes and procedures required

by the LPA, including the development of a legislative analysis, a fiscal analysis, and the

opportunity for public review during a public meeting and public comment period. [1 O.C. 109.6,

109.7, 109.8].

The Legislative Operating Committee held a public meeting on the proposed Elder Protection Law

on April 16, 2025. Four (4) individuals provided public comments during this public meeting. The

public comment period was then held open until April 23, 2026. Three (3) individuals provided

written comments during the public comment period.

The amendments to the Elder Protection Law will become effective on August 03, 2026.

Conclusion

Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.

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ELDER PROTECTION LAW

LEGISLATIVE ANALYSIS

SECTION 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Intent of the

Legislation or

Amendments

Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office

▪ Provide definitions to form the foundation for consistent enforcement.

[7 O.C. 706.1-3].

▪ Establish a comprehensive framework to prevent, identify, report,

investigate, and respond to elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and

financial exploitation. [7 O.C. 706.1-1(a)–(c)].

▪ Establish an Interdisciplinary Team composed of multiple Nation

departments to coordinate case review, guide investigations, recommend

actions, promote cooperation, and identify resources. [7 O.C. 706.4-1;

706.4-5].

▪ Establish a duty to report suspected elder abuse, neglect, and

exploitation. The law requires any person with knowledge or reasonable

suspicion of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of an elder to

report immediately to Aging & Disability Services or the Oneida Police

Department. [7 O.C. 706.5-2].

▪ Create a broad class of mandated reporters, including family, caretakers,

elected officials, employees, healthcare workers, mental health

professionals, social workers, law enforcement, judicial staff, and

fiduciaries. [7 O.C. 706.5-2(a)–(d)].

▪ Good-faith reporters receive immunity. [7 O.C. 706.5-4].

▪ Non-mandated reporters may remain anonymous. [7 O.C.

706.5-3].

▪ Establish civil penalties:

▪ A mandated reporter who fails to report may be fined up to

$2,000. [7 O.C. 706.5-5(a)].

▪ Anyone who knowingly files a false report may be fined up to

$2,000. [7 O.C. 706.5-6(a)].

▪ Anyone who interferes with an investigation or retaliates against

a reporter may be fined up to $2,000 per occurrence. [7 O.C.

706.6-9(c)].

▪ Provide investigation procedures requirements including that they must

begin promptly and include required steps such as:

▪ Visiting the elder’s residence;

▪ Observing the elder;

▪ Conducting interviews;

▪ Reviewing healthcare and financial records;

▪ Interviewing guardians/caregivers;

▪ Requesting law-enforcement assistance;

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Purpose

Affected Entities

Related Legislation

Enforcement

Offering or arranging needed services.

[7 O.C. 706.6-1; 706.6-2; 706.6-4; 706.6-5].

▪ Authorize medical examinations under specified consent conditions or

by court order. [7 O.C. 706.6-3].

▪ Authorize emergency protective actions, including protective placement,

may be taken when necessary. [7 O.C. 706.6-6].

▪ Protect confidentiality and records. Departmental report forms and

investigative records are confidential and may only be disclosed under

limited circumstances, such as to the elder, suspect, service providers,

law enforcement, auditors, and through court order. [7 O.C.

706.6-7(a)–(i)].

▪ Provide that records must be retained for five years. [7 O.C.

706.6-8(c)].

▪ Affirm elders’ rights to:

▪ Notice of an investigation unless emergency conditions exist. [7

O.C. 706.7-1(a)].

▪ Refuse services if they have capacity. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(b)].

▪ Protect their property rights, including the right to deny entry. [7

O.C. 706.7-1(c)–(d)].

▪ Representation by counsel at their own expense. [7 O.C.

706.7-1(e)].

▪ Provide for rights of the accused to refuse services for themselves, refuse

entry (subject to warrant), and obtain counsel at their own expense. [7

O.C. 706.7-2(a)–(c)].

▪ Grant the Oneida Trial Court jurisdiction over all actions under this law.

[7 O.C. 706.8-1]. Personal jurisdiction extends to members of the Nation

and Nation employees. [7 O.C. 706.8-1].

The purpose of the Elder Protection law is to uphold the Nation’s

responsibility to honor and protect its elders. This law establishes a

comprehensive framework to prevent, identify, report, investigate, and

respond to elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation and

affirms the Nation’s cultural responsibility to honor, respect, and preserve

elder wellbeing. [7 O.C. 706.1-1; 706.1-2].

Comprehensive Health Division, Aging and Disability, Oneida Police

Department, Oneida Judiciary, Oneida Law Office, Comprehensive

Housing, Family Services.

Judiciary law, Oneida Judiciary Rules of Civil Procedure, Public Peace law.

The Oneida Trial Court has jurisdiction over all actions under this law. [7

O.C. 706.8-1].

▪ A mandated reporter who fails to report may be fined up to $2,000. [7

O.C. 706.5-5(a)].

▪ Anyone who knowingly files a false report may be fined up to $2,000.

[7 O.C. 706.5-6(a)].

▪ Anyone who interferes with an investigation or retaliates against a

reporter may be fined up to $2,000 per occurrence. [7 O.C. 706.6-9(c)].

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Due Process

Public Meeting

Fiscal Impact

An accused person may refuse services for themselves, refuse entry (subject

to warrant), and obtain counsel at their own expense. [7 O.C. 706.7-2(a)–

(c)].

An elder has the right to:

▪ Notice of an investigation unless emergency conditions exist. [7 O.C.

706.7-1(a)].

▪ Refuse services if they have capacity. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(b)].

▪ Protect their property rights, including the right to deny entry. [7

O.C. 706.7-1(c)–(d)].

▪ Representation by counsel at their own expense. [7 O.C. 706.7-1(e)].

Penalties require petition, notice, hearing, and determination by the Court.

[7 O.C. 706.5-5(b)–(c); 706.5-6(b)–(c); 706.6-9(c)].

A public meeting was held on April 16, 2026, with the public comment

period held open until April 23, 2026. Four (4) individuals provided oral

comments during the public comment meeting, and three (3) individuals

provided written comments.

A fiscal impact statement prepared in accordance with the Legislative

Procedures Act was provided by the Finance Department on June 3, 2026.

SECTION 2. LEGISLATIVE DEVELOPMENT

A. Background. The Elder Protection law is a new addition to the Oneida Nation Code of Laws.

B. Request for Amendments. The Elder Protection law was added to the AFL in January 2023

by request of the Governmental Services Division Director for the purpose of developing a

law which would protect elders of the Oneida community from abuse, neglect, and

exploitation.

SECTION 3. CONSULTATION AND OUTREACH

▪

•

Representatives from the following departments or entities participated in the development of

the amendments to this Law and legislative analysis:

▪ Oneida Law Office;

▪ Oneida Police Department;

▪ Oneida Judiciary;

▪ Comprehensive Health Division;

▪ Government Administration Office;

▪ Oneida Nation Commission on Aging (ONCOA);

▪ Aging and Disability; and

▪ General Manager.

The following laws of the Nation were reviewed in the drafting of this analysis:

▪ Public Peace law;

▪ Citations;

▪ Judiciary law; and

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Oneida Judiciary Rules of Civil Procedure.

SECTION 4. PROCESS

A. The amendments to this Law comply with the process set forth in the Legislative Procedures

Act.

▪ On October 4, 2023, the Legislative Operating Committee added this Law to its Active

Files List for amendments.

▪ On February 4, 2026 the LOC approved the draft of the Elder Protection law, with the

noted change, and directed that a legislative analysis be completed.

▪ On April 16, 2026 the LOC held a public comment meeting on the draft Elder

Protection law. The comment period was held open until April 23, 2026. Four (4)

individuals provided oral comments during the public comment meeting and three (3)

individuals provided written comments.

▪ On May 6, 2026 the LOC accepted the public comments and the public comment memo

and deferred them to a work session for consideration.

▪ On May 6, 2026 the LOC held a work session to consider the public comments and the

public comment memorandum for the draft Elder Protection law.

▪ On May 20, 2026 The LOC approved the public comment review memorandum

with LOC consideration, the updated legislative analysis, and final draft of the Elder

Protection law. The LOC also approved the fiscal impact statement request

memorandum and directed the Finance Department to provide the LOC with a fiscal

impact statement of the proposed Elder Protection law by June 5, 2026.

At the time this legislative analysis was developed the following work meetings had been held

regarding the development of the amendments to this law:

▪ November 27, 2023: LOC work session.

▪ December 6, 2023: LOC work session.

▪ December 6, 2023: Community Meeting.

▪ December 20, 2023: LOC work session.

▪ October 4, 2024: LRO work session with Oneida Law Office.

▪ October 7, 2024: LOC work session with ONCOA, CEO, Aging and Disability, and

GAO.

▪ October 18, 2024: LOC work session.

▪ November 26, 2024: LOC work session at elder meal site with Aging and Disability,

and community members.

▪ December 3, 2024: LOC work session with Aging and Disability, Oneida Police

Department, Comprehensive Health Division, and Oneida Law Office.

▪ January 9, 2025: LOC work session with Aging and Disability, CEO, Comprehensive

Health Division, and Oneida Law Office.

▪ January 17, 2025: LRO and Oneida Law Office work session.

▪ February 3, 2025: LOC work session.

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February 5, 2025: LOC work session.

February 18, 2025: LRO, Comprehensive Health, Aging and Disability, CEO and

Family Services work session.

February 19, 2025: LOC work session.

March 5, 2025: LOC work session.

March 19, 2025: Community meeting.

March 27, 2025: LOC work session with ONCOA and community members.

April 18, 2025: LRO and Oneida Law Office work session.

April 24, 2025: LRO and Oneida Law Office work session.

June 6, 2025:LOC work session.

June 12, 2025: LOC work session with Aging and Disability, CEO, Comprehensive

Health Division, Oneida Police Department, and Oneida Law Office.

July 29, 2025: LOC work session with Aging and Disability, CEO, Comprehensive

Health Division, Oneida Police Department, and Oneida Law Office.

October 8, 2025: LRO and Aging and Disability work session.

November 5, 2025: LRO, Aging and Disability, Comprehensive Health, and CEO

work session.

November 21, 2025: LRO and Oneida Law Office work session.

December 1, 2025: LOC work session with Aging and Disability, CEO, and

Comprehensive Health Division.

December 18, 2025:LRO, ONCOA and GAO work session.

January 26, 2026: LOC work session with Aging and Disability, CEO, Comprehensive

Health Division, and Oneida Police Department.

May 6, 2026: LOC work session.

SECTION 5. CONTENTS OF THE LEGISLATION

▪

Definitions. The Law provides detailed definitions for abuse types (physical, emotional,

sexual), financial exploitation, neglect, self-neglect, caregiver, elder-adult-at-risk,

investigative agency, record, bodily harm, retaliation, and other key terms. [7 O.C. 706.3].

▪ Effect. Establishing a precise set of definitions ensures consistent interpretation

across agencies, strengthens enforceability, and minimizes legal ambiguity. Clear

terminology also enhances training, reporting accuracy, and coordinated responses

among investigative agencies and service providers.

Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). The Law creates an Interdisciplinary Team composed of

representatives from Aging & Disability Services, OPD, Health, Behavioral Health, Law

Office, Community Resource and Economic Support, Housing, Family Services, and

others as designated. [7 O.C. 706.4-1]. The Team is responsible for coordinating

investigations, reviewing reports, recommending services or protective actions,

determining the need for legal action, advising on placement decisions, identifying

resources, and fostering multi-agency cooperation. [7 O.C. 706.4-5]. The Law imposes

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strict confidentiality, a HIPAA threat-prevention exception, a minimum-necessary

standard, selective participation, and a prohibition on redisclosure. [7 O.C. 706.4-2].

▪ Effect. The IDT brings together subject-matter experts to ensure holistic, culturally

grounded, and coordinated responses to elder mistreatment. The confidentiality

framework protects sensitive information while enabling essential information

sharing. This integrated approach enhances investigative quality, reduces

fragmentation, and ensures elders receive consistent, effective support.

▪ Reporting Requirements. Any person with knowledge or reasonable cause to suspect

abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation must report immediately. [7 O.C. 706.5-1].

The Law identifies broad categories of mandated reporters, including family members,

caretakers, elected officials, employees of the Nation (including health, mental health,

legal, and judicial personnel), and fiduciaries. [7 O.C. 706.5-2]. Non-mandated reporters

may remain anonymous. [7 O.C. 706.5-3]. Reporters acting in good faith are immune

from liability. [7 O.C. 706.5-4].

▪ Effect. The universal duty to report ensures that concerns are identified early, while

mandatory reporting by key professionals increases accountability and detection of

high-risk situations. Immunity provisions encourage reporting without fear of

retaliation. This structure significantly enhances the Nation’s ability to intervene

promptly and protect vulnerable elders.

Penalties for Failure to Report and False Reporting. Mandated reporters who fail to report

may face civil penalties up to $2,000. [7 O.C. 706.5-5]. Individuals who knowingly file false

reports may face civil penalties up to $2,000. [7 O.C. 706.5-6].

▪ Effect. These provisions strengthen accountability by deterring both negligence and

malicious misuse of the reporting system. Penalties promote integrity in reporting and

ensure that the system remains focused on elder safety rather than misinformed or

retaliatory allegations.

Investigation Procedures. The Law outlines minimum investigative actions, including home

visits, observation of the elder, private interviews, review of healthcare and financial records,

and interviews with guardians or caregivers. [7 O.C. 706.6-2]. It authorizes medical

examinations under specific consent standards and includes protections when the suspected

abuser is a guardian or agent. [7 O.C. 706.6-3]. Investigators may request law enforcement

assistance during residence visits or as needed. [7 O.C. 706.6-4]. The Law allows emergency

protective action, including protective placement. [7 O.C. 706.6-6]. Confidentiality

requirements restrict access to investigative records, with limited exceptions. [7 O.C.

706.6-7]. Written investigative reports must be retained for five (5) years. [7 O.C. 706.6-8]

Interference with or retaliation against investigators or reporters is prohibited and subject to

civil penalties. [7 O.C. 706.6-9].

▪ Effect. Clear, detailed investigative procedures promote thorough, timely, and consistent

responses to elder risk. The ability to access records, coordinate with law enforcement, and

take emergency protective action ensures that investigators can protect elders quickly and

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effectively. Strong confidentiality rules protect sensitive information and reinforce trust in

the system.

Rights of Elders. Elders have the right to be notified of investigations (except during

emergencies), to refuse services if they have capacity, to control access to their property, to

deny entry to investigators (subject to warrants), and to be represented by counsel at their own

expense. [7 O.C. 706.7-1].

▪ Effect. These rights preserve elder autonomy and self-determination, ensuring that

interventions respect elders’ dignity and legal protections. By safeguarding property rights

and establishing clear procedures for entry, the Law reinforces due process while balancing

safety needs.

Rights of the Accused. Accused individuals may refuse services for themselves, deny entry to

investigators (subject to a warrant), and retain legal counsel at their own expense. [7 O.C.

706.7-2].

▪ Effect. These provisions uphold fairness, reinforce due process, and prevent unlawful

intrusions while maintaining protections for elders. They ensure that the investigation

process respects individual rights without impeding protective actions required for

elder safety

Jurisdiction. The Oneida Trial Court has jurisdiction over actions brought under the Law,

including review of penalties, hearings, and protective orders. Personal jurisdiction is

established for Nation members and employees. [7 O.C. 706.8-1].

▪ Effect. Centralizing jurisdiction within the Trial Court ensures consistent judicial

oversight, clear enforcement mechanisms, and streamlined legal processes. This

promotes uniform application of elder-protection standards and enhances legal

clarity.

SECTION 6. EXISTING LEGISLATION

A. Related legislation. The following laws of the Nation are related to the proposed

amendments to this Law:

▪ Public Peace Law. The Public Peace Law establishes community standards intended to

preserve peace, harmony, safety, health, and general welfare within the Reservation [3

O.C. 309.1-1], with a stated policy goal of promoting peace and order through an orderly

civil-infraction process [3 O.C. 309.1-2]. Within this framework, the law provides direct

elder-abuse protections by defining and prohibiting civil infractions that harm “elders at

risk,” including individuals age 55 or older who have experienced—or are at risk of—

abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or financial exploitation [3 O.C. 309.3-1(g)]. It establishes

substantive offenses such as assault [3 O.C. 309.8-1], harassment [3 O.C. 309.8-2], and

abuse of individuals at risk, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, confinement,

financial exploitation, and deprivation of basic needs [3 O.C. 309.8-3; 309.8-3(e)]. The

law also authorizes the Oneida Police Department to investigate and issue citations for

these violations, giving OPD essential enforcement authority to intervene in cases of elder

abuse [3 O.C. 309.4-3].

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In contrast to the Public Peace Law’s substantive offenses, the Elder Protection

Law provides the procedural framework necessary to respond to suspected elder

abuse. It mandates reporting of abuse or neglect concerns [7 O.C. 706.5-2],

imposes civil penalties for failing to report or making false reports [7 O.C. 706.55; 706.5-6], and establishes minimum investigative requirements such as home

visits, private interviews, record reviews, and coordination with law enforcement

[7 O.C. 706.6-2; 706.6-4]. The Elder Protection Law further authorizes

emergency protective actions including temporary protective placement [7 O.C.

706.6-6] ensures confidentiality of investigative records [7 O.C. 706.6-7], and

creates the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), a multi-agency group that coordinates

supportive interventions across aging services, police, health, housing, behavioral

health, legal services, and community resources [7 O.C. 706.4-1; 706.4-5].

Together, these laws operate as an integrated system: the Public Peace Law

addresses the harmful act itself, such as assault [3 O.C. 309.8-1], financial

exploitation [3 O.C. 309.8-3(e)], or confinement [3 O.C. 309.8-3(d)] while the

Elder Protection Law triggers reporting, investigation, IDT coordination, and

protective placement when necessary [7 O.C. 706.5; 706.6; 706.4]. This

coordinated structure enables OPD to enforce violations while the IDT

simultaneously safeguards an elder’s well-being, resulting in protection both

before harm occurs, through early intervention, and after harm occurs through

enforcement, penalties, and protective services.

Citation Law. The Citations Law establishes the Nation’s formal process for issuing and

adjudicating civil citations, defining a citation as the legal instrument that initiates a civil

action for collecting a fine or penalty for violations of Nation law [8 O.C. 807.1-1;

807.4-1]. Officers, including the Oneida Police Department, may issue citations when a

law expressly authorizes civil penalties [8 O.C. 807.4-2; 807.3-1(h)]. This framework

becomes directly relevant under the Elder Protection Law because that law creates

enforceable civil penalties for failing to report suspected elder abuse, knowingly making

false reports, interfering with an investigation, and engaging in retaliation—each subject

to fines up to $2,000 per violation [7 O.C. 706.5-5; 706.5-6; 706.6-9]. Since the Citations

Law governs how civil penalties are issued, served, amended, heard, and enforced—

including personal service, mail service, publication service, default judgments, and

post-judgment remedies such as garnishment [8 O.C. 807.4-4; 807.6; 807.4-3(h)] any civil

penalty embedded in the Elder Protection Law must be processed through the citation

system. Thus, the Citations Law supplies the enforcement mechanism for the Elder

Protection Law’s penalty provisions.

▪ The Elder Protection Law’s penalty and enforcement structure relies on the

citation process to ensure compliance and accountability. When a mandated

reporter fails to report abuse, makes a knowingly false report, or interferes with or

retaliates against an investigator, those violations must be enforced by issuance of

a citation under Chapter 807, triggering a civil action in the Judiciary for the

collection of fines [8 O.C. 807.4-1; 807.4-2]. OPD, already expressly empowered

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to investigate elder-abuse allegations under the Elder Protection Law [7 O.C.

706.4-4; 706.6-4] also functions as the authorized issuing agency for citations

under the Citations Law. Once a citation is issued, all procedural aspects follow

Chapter 807 requirements, including notice, service, pre-hearing rights, plea

options, stipulations, hearings, burdens of proof (clear and convincing evidence),

and remedies for non-payment such as wage or per-capita garnishment and

suspension of rights or privileges [8 O.C. 807.4-4; 807.6-1; 807.6-2; 807.4-3(h)].

In this way, the Elder Protection Law creates the underlying violations, while the

Citations Law provides the procedural and enforcement mechanism necessary to

give those violations legal effect.

Oneida Judiciary Rules of Civil Procedure. The Judiciary Rules of Civil Procedure in

Chapter 803 govern all civil actions under the Nation’s jurisdiction and ensure consistent

procedural requirements for filing, service, hearings, motions, discovery, and appeals [8

O.C. 803.1-1; 803.4; 803.5–803.7]. Because the Elder Protection Law authorizes a

variety of court-based actions, including petitions for protective placement, access orders,

enforcement of investigation rights, and court review of substantiated abuse cases [7 O.C.

706.6-6; 706.7; 706.8] these matters fall squarely under Chapter 803 procedural

requirements. This means that all Elder Protection Law proceedings must comply with

Chapter 803’s rules on service of process, pleadings, pretrial meetings, motions, hearing

procedure, standards of proof (preponderance unless another standard applies), and the

rights of litigants to present evidence, request discovery, and engage in motion practice

[8 O.C. 803.4-8; 803.7; 803.12; 803.38]. Chapter 803 therefore provides the legal

infrastructure that governs how elder-protection cases move through the court system.

▪ Actions arising under the Elder Protection Law, such as protective placement

petitions, requests to compel access to an elder, initiated by Aging & Disability or

the Oneida Law Office activate the full range of civil-procedure requirements

found in Chapter 803. For example, elder-protection cases must follow the rules

governing summons and complaint, service deadlines, responsive pleadings,

amended pleadings, and pretrial scheduling [8 O.C. 803.5; 803.7; 803.12].

Discovery rights apply to contested elder-protection matters, permitting

interrogatories, document requests, depositions, and motions to compel, subject to

the protective-order and confidentiality limitations set by both Chapter 803 and

the Elder Protection Law’s strict confidentiality provisions [8 O.C. 803.14-6; 7

O.C. 706.6-7]. When respondents violate court orders issued under the Elder

Protection Law, such as access orders, service plans, or protective-placement

directives, the Trial Court may use its civil-procedure enforcement powers,

including contempt sanctions, fines, injunctions, wage or benefit garnishment, and

other enforcement mechanisms [8 O.C. 803.26; 803.31–803.35]. In this way, the

Elder Protection Law defines the substantive protections for elders, while the

Judiciary Rules of Civil Procedure provide the procedural tools necessary to

adjudicate, enforce, and uphold those protections.

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SECTION 7. ENFORCEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY

A. Authority of the Interdisciplinary Team: The Elder Protection law authorizes the

Interdisciplinary Team to coordinate investigations, recommend protective actions, and advise

the Court when legal intervention is necessary. The Team may request assistance from the

Oneida Police Department and other investigative agencies as needed to carry out its

responsibilities. [7 O.C. 706.4-4 and 706.4-5].

B. Investigation and Protective Authority: Investigative agencies, including Oneida Aging and

Disability Services and law enforcement, are authorized to conduct visits, interviews, review

records, and take other lawful actions necessary to investigate alleged elder abuse, neglect,

self-neglect, or exploitation. Agencies may also request court orders, including warrants,

emergency protective placements, or medical examinations when required to ensure an elder’s

safety. [7 O.C. 706.6-1 through 706.6-6].

C. Issuance Citations and Civil Penalties: Any person who violates a provision of this law may

be subject to civil penalties issued through the Oneida Trial Court. [7 O.C. 706.5-5, 706.5-6,

706.6-9.].

D. Enforcement of Court Orders: Any lawful order of the Oneida Trial Court issued under this

law—including orders for access, services, protective placement, or prohibition of

interference—may be enforced by the Oneida Police Department or another authorized

investigative agency. Enforcement actions may include taking reasonable steps necessary to

prevent continued harm to an elder. [7 O.C. 706.6-9].

E. Law Enforcement Authority: The Oneida Police Department is authorized to take any lawful

and necessary action to prevent, mitigate, or respond to violations of this law, including

providing investigative support, ensuring scene safety, enforcing court orders, and

coordinating with Aging and Disability Services during protective interventions. [7 O.C.

706.6-4.].

F. Employment and Licensening Accountability: If the Court determines that an employee of

the Nation or a credentialed professional has violated this law through interference, or

retaliation—the Court shall provide notice of the determination to the person’s employer and

any relevant licensing or regulatory agencies. Employment-related discipline shall be imposed

consistent with the Nation’s employment laws. [7 O.C. 706.6-9(d)].

G. Recordkeeping and Compliance: Aging and Disability Services, the Interdisciplinary Team,

and all investigative agencies must maintain records in accordance with confidentiality

standards in this law. Unauthorized disclosure of confidential information may be addressed

through administrative discipline, civil penalties, or court action consistent with applicable

Nation law. [7 O.C. 706.4-2 and 706.6-7].

SECTION 8. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Fiscal Impact. Under the Legislative Procedures Act, a fiscal impact statement is required for all

legislation except emergency legislation [1 O.C. 109.6-1]. Oneida Business Committee

resolution BC-10-28-20-A titled, “Further Interpretation of ‘Fiscal Impact Statement’ in the

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Legislative Procedures Act,” provides further clarification on who the Legislative Operating

Committee may direct complete a fiscal impact statement at various stages of the legislative

process, as well as timeframes for completing the fiscal impact statement.

▪ Conclusion. A fiscal impact statement prepared in accordance with the Legislative

Procedures Act was provided by the Finance Department on June 3, 2026.

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Title 7. Children, Elders & Family - Chapter 706

ELDER PROTECTION

706.1. Purpose and Policy

706.2. Adoption, Amendment, Repeal

706.3. Definitions

706.4. Interdisciplinary Team

706.5. Reporting

706.6. Investigation

706.7. Rights of Parties

706.8. Jurisdiction

706.1. Purpose and Policy

706.1-1. Purpose. The purpose of this law is to uphold the Nation’s responsibility to honor and

protect its elders. This law establishes a process to safeguard elders from harm, including abuse,

neglect, self-neglect, and exploitation. This process includes:

(a) reporting concerns of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and exploitation of elders;

(b) investigating reports to ensure the safety and well-being of elders; and

self-neglect, and exploitation.

706.1-2. Policy. It is the policy of the Nation to honor, respect, and protect its elders. The Nation

recognizes that elders possess unique and irreplaceable stores of knowledge, skill, and experience

that enhance and enrich the lives of the entire Nation. The interests of the Nation, now and in the

future, are advanced when its elders are confident that they are protected from abuse, neglect, selfneglect, and exploitation. In honoring these principles, the Nation embraces Yukwats$stay< the

fire, the animating spirit within each of us as a reminder that protecting our elders is an

expression of who we are as a People and a reflection of The Good Mind we strive to uphold

as expressed by On<yote>a=ka, which includes:

(a) Kahletsyal&sla. The heartfelt encouragement of the best in each of us.

(b) Kanolukhw@sla. Compassion, caring, identity, and joy of being.

(d) Ka>tshatst^sla. The strength of belief and vision as a People.

(e) Kalihwi=y%. The use of the good words about ourselves, our Nation, and our future.

(f) Twahwahts$lay<. All of us are family.

(g) Yukwats$stay<. Our fire, our spirit within each one of us.

706.2. Adoption, Amendment, Repeal

706.2-1. This law was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee by resolution BC-__-__-____.

706.2-2. This law may be amended or repealed by the Oneida Business Committee or the General

Tribal Council pursuant to the procedures set out in the Legislative Procedures Act.

706.2-3. Should a provision of this law or the application thereof to any person or circumstances

be held as invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of this law which are considered

to have legal force without the invalid portions.

706.2-4. In the event of a conflict between a provision of this law and a provision of another law,

the provisions of this law shall control.

706.2-5. This law is adopted under authority of the Constitution of the Oneida Nation.

706.3. Definitions

706.3-1. This section shall govern the definitions of words and phrases used within this law. All

words not defined herein shall be used in their ordinary and everyday sense.

(a) “Abuse” means any of the following:

(1) Physical abuse.

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(2) Emotional abuse.

(3) Sexual abuse.

(4) Treatment without consent.

(5) Unreasonable confinement or restraint.

(b) “Bodily harm” means physical pain or injury, illness, or any impairment of physical

condition.

individual’s care voluntarily, by contract, or by agreement, including a person acting or

claiming to act as a legal guardian.

(d) “Case management” means an assessment of need for direct services, development of

a direct service plan and coordination and monitoring of the provision of direct services.

(e) “Departmental report form” includes documentation of an elder-adult-at-risk agency’s

response to or investigation of a report and is the information required to be submitted to

the department.

(f) “Direct services” includes temporary shelter, relocation assistance, housing, respite

care, emergency funds for food and clothing and legal assistance.

(g) “Elder-at-risk” means any person aged Fifty-Five (55) or older who has experienced, is

currently experiencing, or is at risk of experiencing abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or financial

exploitation.

(h) “Elder-adult-at-risk agency” means Oneida Aging and Disability, or an agency

designated by the county board of supervisors to receive, respond to, and investigate reports

of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation.

(i) “Emotional abuse” means language or behavior that serves no legitimate purpose and is

intended to be intimidating, humiliating, threatening, frightening, or otherwise harassing,

and that does or reasonably could intimidate, humiliate, threaten, frighten, or otherwise

harass the individual to whom the conduct or language is directed.

(j) “Financial exploitation” means any of the following:

(1) Obtaining an individual’s money or property by deceiving or enticing the

individual, or by forcing, compelling, or coercing the individual to give, sell at less

than fair market value, or in other ways convey money or property against his or

her will without his or her informed consent.

(2) Theft.

(3) The substantial failure or neglect of a fiscal agent to fulfill his or her

responsibilities.

(4) Unauthorized use of an individual’s personal identifying information or

documents.

(5) Unauthorized use of an entity’s identifying information or documents.

(6) Forgery.

(7) Financial transaction card crimes.

(k) “Investigative agency” means Oneida Aging and Disability, a law enforcement or a

city, town, village, county, or state governmental agency or unit with functions relating to

protecting health, welfare, safety, or property, including an agency concerned with animal

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protection, public health, building code enforcement, consumer protection, or insurance or

financial institution regulation.

(l) “Nation” means the Oneida Nation.

(m) “Neglect” means the failure of a caregiver, as evidenced by an act, omission, or course

of conduct, to endeavor to secure or maintain adequate care, services, or supervision for an

individual, including food, clothing, shelter, or physical or mental health care, and creating

significant risk or danger to the individual’s physical or mental health. “Neglect” does not

include a decision that is made to not seek medical care for an individual, if that decision

is consistent with the individual’s previously executed declaration or do-not-resuscitate

order as authorized by law.

(n) “Physical abuse” means the intentional or reckless infliction of bodily harm.

(o) “Record” includes any document relating to the response, investigation, assessment,

and disposition of a report made under this law.

(p) “Self-neglect” means a significant danger to an individual’s physical or mental health

because the individual is responsible for his or her own care but fails to obtain adequate

care, including food, shelter, clothing, or medical or dental care.

(q) “Sexual abuse” means a violation of Wisc. Stat. 940.225(1), (2), (3), or (3m).

(r) “Treatment without consent” means the administration of medication to an individual

who has not provided informed consent, or the performance of psychosurgery,

electroconvulsive therapy, or experimental research on an individual who has not provided

informed consent, with the knowledge that no lawful authority exists for the administration

or performance.

(s) “Unreasonable confinement or restraint” includes the intentional and unreasonable

confinement of an individual in a locked room, involuntary separation of an individual

from his or her living area, use on an individual of physical restraining devices, or the

provision of unnecessary or excessive medication to an individual, but does not include the

use of these methods or devices in entities regulated by the department if the methods or

devices are employed in conformance with state and federal standards governing

confinement and restraint.

(t) “Retaliation” means intimidating, threatening to cause or causing bodily, emotional,

property, or financial harm.

706.4. Interdisciplinary Team

706.4-1. Composition. The Interdisciplinary Team consists of representatives from Aging and

Disability Services, Oneida Police Department, Comprehensive Health Division, Oneida

Behavioral Health, Oneida Law Office, Oneida Community Resource and Economic Support,

Comprehensive Housing Department, Oneida Family Services, and any additional agencies

designated by the Team as necessary to fulfill its duties.

706.4-2. Confidentiality. All members of the Interdisciplinary Team shall maintain strict

confidentiality regarding all matters that come before the team. No member may disclose any

information except as expressly authorized under this law.

(a) Purpose-Based Disclosure. Members may use or disclose confidential information

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only as necessary to perform duties under this law, including prevention, identification,

investigation, or mitigation of elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or self-neglect.

(b) HIPAA Exception for Harm Prevention. When a member is subject to HIPAA, the

member may share protected health information with the Team under the exception

permitting disclosure to prevent or lessen a serious and imminent threat to the health or

safety, provided that:

(1) the disclosure is made in good faith to prevent or address abuse, neglect, or

exploitation; and

(2) the disclosure is limited to persons reasonably able to prevent or mitigate the

threatened harm, including members of the Interdisciplinary Team acting within

their authority under this law.

information necessary for the Team to perform its duties.

(d) Selective Participation. Only members whose roles are relevant to a specific case

shall access confidential information for that case.

(e) Redisclosure Prohibited. Information received through the Team may not be further

disclosed except as required to perform professional duties related to the case or as

otherwise authorized by law.

(f) Conflict of Interest. Members with a personal conflict, familial relationship, or other

circumstance that may compromise confidentiality, or objectivity shall recuse

themselves from case discussions.

706.4-3. Reporting to Licensing Agencies. The Team may report to a licensing agency any

concerns that a regulated person has failed to comply with mandatory reporting requirements under

this law or has abused or neglected an elder. The Team may also report concerns to the person’s

employer.

706.4-4. Law Enforcement Assistance. The Team may request assistance from the Oneida Police

Department in investigating allegations of elder abuse or neglect and shall notify the Department

of any allegations of criminal abuse or neglect.

706.4-5. Duties: The Team shall meet periodically and:

(a) guide investigations of reported elder abuse;

(b) review reports from adult protection workers and determine whether an Oneida elder is

in danger of harm;

elders;

(d) determine whether a legal action should be initiated by the Nation;

(e) determine whether an elder should be removed from the person’s home temporarily or

permanently;

(f) recommend placement options when an elder cannot remain in their home;

(g) identify available community resources, programs, and services;

(h) promote cooperation, communication, and consistency between agencies;

(i) assist in developing and implementing plans to promote the long-term wellbeing of

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elders and their families.

706.4-6. Decision-Making. Decisions shall be made by consensus of members present at a duly

noticed meeting.

706.4-7. Notice of Meetings. Notice of regularly scheduled meetings is presumed complete upon

scheduling. Notice of emergency meetings shall be provided at least twenty-four (24) hours in

advance by email, text, or phone call/voicemail.

706.4-8. Family and Community Engagement. The Team shall prioritize resolving issues of abuse

or neglect through family and community assistance and may convene meetings with designated

family and community members for this purpose.

706.4-9. Funding Authority. The Team may solicit and accept grants or funds from federal, state,

tribal, and local governments and private sources to further the purposes of this law.

706.4-10. Administrative Support. Aging and Disability Services shall serve as the Team’s primary

contact, organize meetings, and maintain records.

706.4-11. Subject Matter Experts. The Team may engage subject matter experts from any entity

necessary to access resources required to fulfill its duties.

706.5. Reporting

706.5-1. Duty to Report. Any person who knows or has reasonable cause to suspect that an elder

is being or has been abused, neglected, self-neglected, or exploited shall immediately report the

information to the Oneida Police Department or Oneida Aging and Disability Services, unless

prohibited by a legally recognized privilege. Individuals bound by a privileged relationship may

only make an anonymous disclosure if there is an urgent need for hospitalization, guardianship,

protective services, or protective placement.

706.5-2. Mandated Reporters. The following individuals have a mandated duty to report suspected

abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and exploitation of elders:

(a) The elder’s family members or caretakers;

(b) Any elected official of the Nation;

(1) physicians, surgeons, dentists, podiatrists, chiropractors, nurses, dental

hygienists, optometrists, medical examiners, emergency medical technicians,

paramedics, or other health care providers;

(2) psychiatrists, psychologists, or psychological assistants;

(3) licensed or unlicensed social workers, professional counselors, or marriage and

family therapists;

(4) persons employed in the mental or behavioral health profession;

(5) persons employed as physical or occupational therapists, or their assistants;

(6) law enforcement officers;

(7) judges, attorneys, court counselors, clerks of court, and other judicial system

officials or staff;

(d) Any person or agency with fiduciary responsibilities to an elder, such as accountants,

property managers, financial advisors, or financial institutions.

706.5-3. Anonymous Reports. Except for mandated reporters identified in section 706.5-2, any

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person reporting elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation may remain anonymous.

706.5-4. Immunity from Liability. Any person who in good faith, reports suspected abuse, neglect,

self-neglect, or exploitation of an elder shall be immune from any legal action arising from that

report.

706.5-5. Civil Penalty for Failure to Report.

(a) Any person required by this law to report suspected elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect,

or exploitation who fails to do so is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed two thousand

dollars ($2,000).

(b) The Court shall impose the penalty only after petition, notice, an opportunity for

hearing, and a determination that the person had a mandated duty to report and failed to

comply.

by the elder as a result of the failure to report, notwithstanding any determination by the

Court regarding violation of this law.

706.5-6. Civil Penalty for Bad Faith Reports.

(a) Any person who knowingly makes a false report of suspected abuse, neglect, selfneglect, or exploitation is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed two thousand dollars

($2,000).

(b) The Court shall impose the penalty only after petition, notice, an opportunity for

hearing, and a determination that the person knowingly made a false report.

by the person(s) named in the false report.

706.5-7. Report Requirements. Reports of suspected elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or

exploitation shall be made to the Oneida Police Department or Oneida Aging and Disability

Services.

(a) Oral reports shall be immediately documented in writing by the Director or designee.

(b) Anonymous reports shall be investigated as required by this law.

(1) The elder’s name, address or location, and telephone number;

(2) The name, address or location, and telephone number of the person(s) or

agency suspected of abuse, neglect, or exploitation;

(3) The nature and degree of any limitations of the elder;

(4) The name, address or location, and telephone number of the elder’s caretaker,

if applicable;

(5) The name, address or location, and telephone number of any witnesses;

(6) A description of the acts reported as abusive, neglectful, or exploitative;

(7) Any other information that may assist in determining abuse, neglect, selfneglect, or exploitation;

(8) The name, address, and telephone number of the reporter for follow-up

purposes, unless the report is anonymous.

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706.6. Investigation

706.6-1. Initiation of Investigations. Upon receipt of a report alleging abuse, financial

exploitation, neglect, or self-neglect of an elder adult at risk who is believed to be an Oneida Elder,

the Oneida Aging and Disability Designee shall promptly coordinate with appropriate elder-at-risk

agencies. The Oneida Aging and Disability Designee shall take all reasonable steps to ensure

timely and organized action to protect the elder while maintaining active involvement throughout

the investigative process.

706.6-2. Minimum Investigative Actions. The elder-adult-at-risk agency’s response shall include

one or more of the following:

(a) A visit to the elder’s residence;

(b) Observation of the elder, with or without consent of a guardian or agent under an

activated power of attorney for health care, if any;

a guardian or agent under an activated power of attorney for health care, if any;

(d) An interview with the guardian or agent under an activated power of attorney for health

care, if any, and with any caregiver;

(e) A review of the elder’s treatment and health care records;

(f) A review of the elder’s financial records maintained by a financial institution, entity,

caregiver, or immediate family member. Financial records shall be released without

informed consent under either of the following circumstances:

(1) To an elder-adult-at-risk agency or other investigative agency under this section,

including voluntary disclosure by the record holder;

(2) Pursuant to a lawful court order.

706.6-3. Medical Examination. The elder-adult-at-risk agency may transport the elder adult at risk

for a medical examination by a physician if:

(a) The elder adult at risk or his or her guardian or agent under an activated power of

attorney for health care consent; or

(b) The elder is incapable of consenting and one of the following applies:

(1) The elder has no guardian or agent under an activated power of attorney for

health care;

(2) The guardian or an agent under an activated power of attorney for health care,

is suspected of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation;

(3) The examination is authorized by court order.

706.6-4. Law Enforcement Assistance. The elder-at-risk agency may request law enforcement

assistance during visits to the elder’s residence or as otherwise necessary. Upon request, a law

enforcement officer shall accompany the agency investigator and provide assistance as needed.

706.6-5. Offer of Services and Referrals. Upon responding to a report, the elder-at-risk agency

shall determine whether the elder or any other individual involved requires services. The agency

shall provide or arrange for necessary services under the least restrictive conditions appropriate to

achieve the intended objectives.

706.6-6. If, after responding to a report, the elder-adult-at-risk agency has reason to believe that

abuse, financial exploitation, neglect, or self-neglect has occurred, the agency may:

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(a) Request immediate assistance to initiate protective services or contact an investigative

agency;

(b) Take emergency protective action, including emergency protective placement, if in the

elder’s best interests and the least restrictive intervention;

(d) Refer the case to licensing or regulatory authorities if the residence, facility, or program

is or should be regulated;

(e) Refer the case to the Department of Safety and Professional Services if a credentialed

individual is involved;

(f) Refer the case to the Department of Financial Institutions if financial exploitation

involves a registered individual or entity;

(g) Petition for guardianship, protective services, or protective placement or seek review

of an existing guardianship if necessary to prevent harm.

706.6-7. Confidentiality. Departmental report forms are confidential and may not be released

except:

(a) To the elder, any person named as a suspect, and the suspect’s attorney, excluding the

identity of the reporter or any person whose safety may be endangered.

(b) To agencies or entities providing assistance, subject to confidentiality requirements;

identifying information is not disclosed;

(d) Pursuant to a lawful court order;

(e) To agencies or individuals providing direct services, including attending physicians, for

purposes of diagnosis, treatment, or coordination of care;

(f) To the guardian of the elder adult at risk or the guardian of any person named in a report

who is suspected of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. These individuals may inspect

the report, except that identifying information about the reporter or any person whose

safety may be endangered by disclosure shall not be released;

(g) To law enforcement officials as necessary to carry out their duties, in accordance with

applicable internal policies and this law;

To the Oneida Interdisciplinary Team, a federal agency, state or local governmental unit,

or an agency of another state that requires the report to fulfill its responsibility to protect

elder adults at risk from abuse, neglect, exploitation, or self-neglect;

(i) To the individual who made the report in a professional capacity, for the limited purpose

of informing them of actions taken to protect or provide services to the alleged victim.

706.6-8. Written Investigative Report.

(a) The Oneida Aging and Disability Designee shall provide a written investigative report

and file it with Oneida Aging and Disability Services.

(b) The report shall include all pertinent information obtained during the investigation,

including interviews, observations, assessments, and other relevant facts.

pursue legal action.

(d) If the allegations are substantiated, Oneida Aging and Disability Services may mediate

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a resolution or forward the matter to the Oneida Law Office for legal action.

706.6-9. Interference with Investigation and Retaliation.

(a) No person shall intentionally interfere with a lawful investigation of suspected elder

abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation.

(b) No person shall retaliate against any individual who, in good faith, reports suspected

abuse or cooperates with an investigation.

two thousand dollars ($2,000) per occurrence. The Court shall impose the penalty only

after petition, notice, an opportunity for hearing, and a determination that interference or

retaliation occurred.

(d) Notice of the Court’s determination shall be provided to the person’s employer and any

relevant licensing agencies. If the violator is an employee of the Nation, disciplinary action

shall be imposed consistent with Nation employment laws.

706.6-10. Criminal Investigation. Any investigation or procedure under this law may continue

concurrently with a criminal investigation. Oneida Aging and Disability Services shall cooperate

with law enforcement to ensure the criminal investigation is not compromised.

706.7. Rights of Parties

706.7-1. Rights of Elders. An elder shall have the following rights:

(a) Notice of Investigation. An elder has the right to be informed about an elder abuse

investigation before it begins unless an emergency exists, in which case the elder shall

be informed as soon as possible, but not later than one (1) business day after the

investigation begins.

(b) Refusal of Services. An elder has the right to refuse to accept elder protective

services (even if there is good cause to believe that the elder has been or is being

abused, neglected, self-neglected, or exploited) provided that the elder is able to care

for himself or herself and/or has the capacity to understand the nature of the services

offered.

to exclude others from their premises, subject to applicable law. This includes the right

to deny entry to any individual, except as otherwise authorized by court order or

warrant.

(d) Right to Exclude Entry. An elder has the right to refuse the Oneida Aging and

Disability Designee entrance into their home. The Oneida Aging and Disability Designee

shall inform the elder of this right before seeking entry and shall also inform the elder

of the Oneida Aging and Disability Designee’s authority to seek a warrant to gain access.

(e) Representation by Counsel. The elder has the right to be represented by counsel at

his or her own expense at all proceedings.

(1) If the elder seeks to proceed independently, then the elder may retain private

counsel to represent himself or herself at his or her own cost or proceed without

counsel (pro se).

(2) If the elder seeks to have the assistance of the Oneida Aging and Disability

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in filing the Petition, then Oneida Aging and Disability and the Oneida Law

Office shall make a determination on whether a legal claim exists and then

make a determination on how to proceed.

706.7-2. Rights of the Accused.

(a) Refusal of Services. The accused may refuse services offered by Oneida Aging and

Disability Services for themselves but may not refuse services offered to the elder.

(b) Right to Deny Entry. The accused may refuse entry to their home by the Oneida

Aging and Disability Designee. Before seeking entry, the Oneida Aging and Disability

Designee shall inform the accused of this right and shall also advise the accused that

the Oneida Aging and Disability Designee may seek a warrant to gain access if

necessary.

at their own expense in all proceedings under this law.

706.8. Jurisdiction

706.8-1. The Oneida Trial Court has jurisdiction over any action brought under this law.

Personal jurisdiction over an individual under this law may be established where the parties

are members of the Nation, or employees of the Nation.

End.

Adopted – BC-__-__-__-__

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FINANCE ADMINISTRATION

Fiscal Impact Statement

MEMORANDUM

TO:

FROM:

DATE:

RE:

RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Rae Skenandore, Sr. Analyst/Budget Coordinator

June 3, 2026

Fiscal Impact of the Elder Protection Law

Estimated Fiscal Impact Summary

Fiscal Impact of the Elder Protection Law

Implementing Agency

Comprehensive Health Division

Human Services

Oneida Police Department

Oneida Judiciary

Oneida Law Office

Comprehensive Housing

Estimated Impact

Year One (1)

Five (5) Year Estimate

Total Estimated Fiscal Impact

$ 0

II. Background

This new Law was added to the active files list in January of 2023. The purpose of the Elder

Protection Law is to uphold the Nation’s responsibility to honor and protect its elders. This law

establishes a process to safeguard elders from harm, including abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and

exploitation. The Law contains the following:

• Detailed definitions for consistency across agencies.

• Authorizes an Interdisciplinary Team to coordinate investigations, recommend

protective actions, and advise the court.

•

Establishes an Interdisciplinary Team composed of representatives from Aging &

Disability Services, OPD, Health, Behavioral Health, Law Office, Community Resource

and Economic Support, Comprehensive Housing, Family Services, and others as

designated.

•

Establishes a duty to report suspected elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

o Create a broad class of mandated reporters.

o Good-faith reporters receive immunity.

o Non-mandated reporters may remain anonymous.

•

Establishes civil penalties.

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o A mandated reporter who fails to report may be fined up to $2,000.

o Anyone who knowingly files a false report may be fined up to $2,000.

o Anyone who interferes with an investigation or retaliates against a reporter may

be fined up to $2,000 per occurrence.

•

The Law outlines minimum investigative actions, including home visits, observation of

the elder, private interviews, review of healthcare and financial records, and interviews

with guardians or caregivers.

•

The Law imposes strict confidentiality, a HIPAA threat-prevention exception, a

minimum-necessary standard, selective participation, and a prohibition on redisclosure.

•

Establishes report requirements.

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Affirms elders’ rights to:

o Notice of an investigation.

o Refuse services.

o Property rights

o Representation by counsel at their own expense.

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Provides for rights of the accused to:

o Refuse services.

o Deny entry.

o Obtain counsel at their own expense.

•

III.

Grants the Oneida Trial Court jurisdiction over all actions under this Law.

Methodology and Assumptions

A “Fiscal Impact Statement” means an estimate of the total identifiable fiscal year financial

effects associated with a petition or legislation and includes startup costs, personnel, office,

documentation costs, as well as an estimate of the amount of time necessary for an agency to

comply with the Law after implementation.

Finance does NOT identify the source of funding for the estimated cost or allocate any funds to

the legislation.

The analysis was completed based on the information provided as of the date of this memo.

IV.

Findings

The Comprehensive Health Division stated that there will be no fiscal impact as their

participation will be from an Interdisciplinary Team perspective. None of the other areas

contacted reported a fiscal impact. Implementation appears to fall within existing operational

responsibilities. The Law states that Aging and Disability Services will provide administrative

support and shall serve as the Team’s primary contact, organize meetings, and maintain

records.

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Financial Impact

No fiscal impact identified.

VI.

Recommendation

Finance does not make a recommendation about a course of action in this matter. Rather, the

purpose of a Fiscal Impact Statement is to disclose the potential fiscal impact of the action so

that the Oneida Business Committee and General Tribal Council have the information with

which to render a decision.

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Adopt resolution entitled Authorizing Use of $12,392,601 Carry Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

7/8/26

2. Session:

■ Open

☐

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose or type justification

3. Requested Motion:

☐ Accept as information; OR

Adopt Resolution Authorize Use of Prior Year Carry Over for FY2027 Budget

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☐ Finance

☐ Law Office

☐ Gaming/Retail

☐ Other:

☐ Programs/Services

☐ DTS

☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Enter (Name, Title/Entity) OR Choose from List

Revised: 01/07/2025

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6. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☐ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Memo

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☐ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

7. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution

☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded

☐ Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Primary Requestor:

Melissa Alvarado, Budget Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

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P.O. Box 365 ● Oneida, WI 54155

Phone: 920- 869-4325

FINANCE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

To:

OBC

CC:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

From:

RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, CFO

Date:

June 19, 2026

The purpose for the agenda request is to adopt the BC Resolution for use of the

Prior Year Carryover to balance the FY2027 budget.

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Oneida Nation

Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # Leave this line blank

Authorizing Use of $12,392,601 Carry Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe

recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,

of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and

WHEREAS,

the Budget and Finances law (“the Law”), was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee

through resolution BC-02-08-17-C and amended by resolutions BC-05-11-22-B; and

WHEREAS,

section 121.5-1 of the Law provides that the Nation’s budget shall be a balanced budget

and not propose to spend more funds than are reasonably expected to become available

to the Nation during that fiscal year; and

WHEREAS,

section 121.6-8 of the Law provides that assets of the Nation shall not be divested, or

borrowed against, to balance the annual budget; and

WHEREAS,

section 121.5.-1 (a) (1) of the Law provides underwriting debt resources or the utilization

of existing debt instruments shall be expressly prohibited from use to balance the Nation’s

annual budget; and

WHEREAS,

at the conclusion of each fiscal year there are revenues earned that exceed expenditures

which result in “carry over funds”; and

WHEREAS,

carry over funds are available only once they are audited, and are allocated accordance

with General Tribal Council directives which require 25% of carry over funds from each

fiscal year to be allocated to land acquisition in accordance with the 2033 Land Acquisition

Plan, as utilized to balance budgets, or as authorized by the Oneida Business Committee

for specific projects which could occur by motion or by resolution; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee approved resolution BC-10-21-22-A Process to Authorize

Use of Carry Over Funds; and

WHEREAS,

resolution BC-10-21-22-A states that the use of carry over funds shall be required to be

authorized by adoption of a resolution by the Oneida Business Committee which states the

amount to be authorized; and

WHEREAS,

the use of prior year profit/carry over in the amount of $12,392,601 was the accepted

recommendation to balance sources and uses for Fiscal Year 2027; and

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BC Resolution # _______

Authorizing Use of $12,392,601 in Carry Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

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WHEREAS,

the balance of carry over available from prior years is $39.624,000; and

WHEREAS,

the balance of carry over remaining after the use of funds to balance the Fiscal Year 2027

budget is $27,231,399 ; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee hereby adopts the resolution

Authorize the Use of $12,392,601 in Carry Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year 2027

Budget.

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be effective immediately and prior to the adoption of

the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee

Legislative Operating Committee

PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365

Oneida-nsn.gov

Statement of Effect

Authorizing Use of $12,392,601 Carry Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Summary

The resolution authorizes the use of twelve million three hundred ninety-two thousand six hundred

and one dollars ($12,392,601) of carry over funds for the purpose of the balancing the Fiscal Year

2027 budget.

Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office

Date: June 15, 2026

Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office

The Budget and Finances law (“the Law”) sets forth the requirements to be followed by the Oneida

Business Committee and the Oneida fund units when preparing the budget to be presented to the

General Tribal Council for approval, and establishes financial policies and procedures for the

Nation which:

 institutionalize best practices in financial management to guide decision makers in making

informed decisions regarding the provision of services, implementation of business plans

for enterprises, investments, and capital assets;

 provide a long term financial prospective and strategic intent, linking budget allocations to

organizational goals, as well as providing fiscal controls and accountability for results and

outcomes;

 identify and communicate to the membership of the Nation spending decisions for the

government function, grant obligations, enterprises, membership mandates, capital

expenditures, technology projects, and capital improvement projects;

 establish a framework for effective financial risk management; and

 encourage participation by the Nation’s membership. [1 O.C. 121.1-1].

The Nation is required to develop, adopt, and manage an annual budget. [1 O.C. 121.5-1]. All

revenues and expenditures of the Nation shall be in accordance with the annual budget. Id. The

Nation’s annual budget is required to be a balanced budget, which does not propose to spend more

funds than are reasonably expected to become available to the Nation during that fiscal year. [1

O.C. 121.5-1(a)]. Underwriting debt resources or the utilization of existing debt instruments shall

be expressly prohibited from use to balance the Nation’s annual budget. [1 O.C. 121.5-1(a)/(1)].

Assets of the Nation shall not be divested, or borrowed against, to balance the annual budget. [1

O.C. 121.6-8]. The Budget and Finances law provides for the process and procedures to be used

for the development and adoption of the Nation’s budget. [1 O.C. 121.5-4].

This resolution provides that at the conclusion of each fiscal year there are revenues earned that

exceed expenditures which result in “carry over funds” which are available only once they are

audited, and are allocated accordance with General Tribal Council directives which require twentyfive percent (25%) of carry over funds from each fiscal year to be allocated to land acquisition in

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accordance with the 2033 Land Acquisition Plan, as utilized to balance budgets, or as authorized

by the Oneida Business Committee for specific projects which could occur by motion or by

resolution.

In October of 2022 the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-10-21-22-A, Process

to Authorize Use of Carry Over Funds, which requires that use of carry over funds be authorized

by adoption of a resolution by the Oneida Business Committee which states the amount to be

authorized, the purpose of the fund request, and identifies the remaining balance of carry over

funds.

This resolution provides that the use of prior year profit and carry over in the amount of twelve

million three hundred ninety-two thousand six hundred and one dollars ($12,392,601) was the

accepted recommendation to balance sources and uses for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The

balance of carry over available from prior years is thirty-nine million six hundred twenty-four

thousand dollars ($39,624,000). The balance of carry over funds remaining after the use of funds

to balance the Fiscal Year 2027 budget is twenty-seven million two hundred thirty-one thousand

three hundred and ninety-nine dollars ($27,231,399).

Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee hereby adopts the

resolution Authorize the Use of $12,392,601 in Carry Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year 2027

Budget – and although not specifically stated in there resolved sections, is intended to authorize

the use of twelve million three hundred ninety-two thousand six hundred and one dollars

($12,392,601) of carry over funds for the purpose of balancing the Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

This resolution would be effective immediately, prior to the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027

budget.

Conclusion

Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.

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Adopt resolution entitled Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Budget and Directive to Present Budget to the

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

7/8/26

2. Session:

■ Open

☐

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose or type justification

3. Requested Motion:

☐ Accept as information; OR

Adopt Resolution Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Budget and Directive to Present to GTC

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☐ Finance

☐ Law Office

☐ Gaming/Retail

☐ Other:

☐ Programs/Services

☐ DTS

☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Enter (Name, Title/Entity) OR Choose from List

Revised: 01/07/2025

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6. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☐ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Memo

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☐ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

7. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution

☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded

☐ Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Primary Requestor:

Melissa Alvarado, Budget Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

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P.O. Box 365 ● Oneida, WI 54155

Phone: 920- 869-4325

FINANCE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

To:

OBC

CC:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

From:

RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, CFO

Date:

June 19, 2026

The purpose for the agenda request is to adopt the BC Resolution FY2027 Draft

Budget and Directive to Present Budget to General Tribal Council for Approval.

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Oneida Nation

Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # Leave this line blank

Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Budget and Directive to Present Budget to the General Tribal

Council for Approval

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe

recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,

of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee adopted the Budget and Finances law, Chapter 121

governing the budgeting processes of the Oneida Nation in accordance with the

requirements of the Legislative Procedures Act; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-02-25-26-B, Fiscal Year 2027

Budget Considerations and Calendar, as required under section 121.5-4(a) of the Budget

and Finances law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-04-22-26-A Amendments to the

Budget and Finances Law, setting the date no later than March 1st of each calendar year

for the submission of budgeting guidelines by the Treasurer, in accordance with section

121.5-4(a); and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee, on behalf of the Treasurer, in coordination with the Chief

Financial Officer and the Oneida Nation organization, has developed a draft budget for

Fiscal Year 2027 in accordance with the timelines set forth in resolution BC-02-25-26-B as

required under section 121.5-4(a) of the Budget and Finances law; and

WHEREAS,

the Fiscal Year 2027 draft budget is a balanced budget in accordance with section 121.51(a) of the Budget and Finances law; and

WHEREAS,

the Chief Financial Officer, on behalf of the Treasurer, presented the budget to the Oneida

Business Committee in accordance with section 121.5-4(b); and

WHEREAS,

the Fiscal Year 2027 draft budget contains the following elements required in section

121.5-2 of the Budget and Finances law:

a) Estimated revenues to be received from all sources; and

b) The individual budgets of each fund unit; and

WHEREAS,

resolution # BC-02-25-26-B, Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Considerations and Calendar,

identifies that the employment cap required by section 121.9-1, is set at 1860 FTE positions

(excluding grant funded positions); and

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BC Resolution # _______

Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Budget and Directive to Present Budget to the General Tribal

Council for Approval

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WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee, on behalf of the Treasurer, has presented the

“Notification of Budget Increase or Decrease” as required in section 121.5-4(b)(1) of the

Budget and Finances law by resolution BC-02-25-26-B; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has reviewed the draft budget and the “Notification of

Budget Increase or Decrease” and has determined that the Fiscal Year 2027 draft budget

should be approved to be sent to the General Tribal Council as required in section 121.54(c) of the Budget and Finances law; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee, in accordance with section

121.5-4(c) of the Budget and Finances law, approves the presentation of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget to

the General Tribal Council.

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee

Legislative Operating Committee

PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365

Oneida-nsn.gov

Statement of Effect

Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Budget and Directive to Present Budget to the General

Tribal Council for Approval

Summary

Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee approves the Fiscal Year

2027 budget to be presented for adoption by the General Tribal Council in accordance with section

121.5-4(c) of the Budget and Finances law.