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Oneida Business Committee

Executive Session

8:30 AM Tuesday, October 07, 2025

BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center

Regular Meeting

8:30 AM Wednesday, October 08, 2025

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 Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Kalene White

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oneida Election Board Alternate - Kalene White

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oneida Nation School Board - Kimberly Skenandore

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

MINUTES

Approve the September 26, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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RESOLUTIONS

VII.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign

Immunity for Real Estate Transactions Insured by First American Title Insurance

Company

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

STANDING COMMITTEES

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Accept the September 11, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Accept the September 25, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE

VIII.

Accept the September 3, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee

meeting minutes

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

TRAVEL REPORTS

Accept the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM)

- Santa Fe, NM - August 13-18, 2025

Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Bad River Health and

Wellness Grand Opening - Bad River, WI - July 17-18, 2025

Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Self Governance

Meeting (IHS-TSGAC) - Washington, D.C. - July 22-25, 2025

Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - 2025 Women are Sacred

Conference - Milwaukee, WI - July 29-31, 2025

Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Administration for

Women and Families (ACF) Consultation - Mille Lacs, MN - August 24-25, 2025

Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - National Indian Health

Board Conference - Phoenix, AZ - September 8-11, 2025

Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

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TRAVEL REQUESTS

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL

XI.

Approve the notice and materials for the December 8, 2025, tentatively scheduled

special General Tribal Council meeting

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

EXECUTIVE SESSION

XII.

Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Administration for

Children and Families Tribal Advisory Committee (ACF) - Washington, D.C. November 3-6, 2025

Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

REPORTS

Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance September report

(8:30 a.m.)

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Accept the CEO-Nation Services report (10:00 a.m.)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Accept the Chief Counsel report

Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

NEW BUSINESS

Determine next steps regarding the draft Oneida Nation SSBCI Loan Program

Service Agreement (11:00 a.m.)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Accept the September 5, 2025, Business Committee Officer session notes

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Approve 5 new enrollments

Sponsor: Jermaine Delgado, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

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/

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

(800) 236-2214

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Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Kalene White

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/08/25

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:

September 29, 2025

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee.

Background

On September 26, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Kalene White to the

Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee.

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

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Oneida Election Board Alternate - Kalene White

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/08/25

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:

September 29, 2025

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board - Alternate

Background

On September 26, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Kalene White to the

Oneida Election Board - Alternate.

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

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Oneida Nation School Board - Kimberly Skenandore

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/08/25

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:

September 29, 2025

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Nation School Board

Background

On September 26, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Kimberly Skenandore

to the Oneida Nation School Board.

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

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Approve the September 26, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/08/25

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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Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting

8:30 AM Friday, September 26, 2025

BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center

Minutes

REGULAR MEETING

Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby

Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;

Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;

Arrived at: Secretary Lisa Liggins at 11:00 a.m.

Others present: Jo A. House, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies (via Microsoft Teams1), Mark W. Powless

(via Microsoft Teams), Louise Cornelius (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Biely (via Microsoft Teams),

Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Laura Laitinen-Warren (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo

Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams),

Debra L. Powless (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft

Teams), Janice Decorah (via Microsoft Teams), David Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Cottrell (via

Microsoft Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman (via Microsoft Teams), Ashley

Blaker (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Chad Fuss (via Microsoft Teams),

Heather Ohuafi (via Microsoft Teams), Joe Sikora (via Microsoft Teams), Tavia James-Charles (via

Microsoft Teams), Grace Elliot (via Microsoft Teams), Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams), CherylAliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon Wisneski (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via

Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Maureen Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), James

Petitjean (via Microsoft Teams), Brenda Mendolla-Buckley (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon Wisneski (via

Microsoft Teams), Shannon Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia M. King (via Microsoft Teams), Nicolas

Reynolds (via Microsoft Teams), Kathleen Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft

Teams), Amber Vankirk (via Microsoft Teams), Paul Witek (via Microsoft Teams), Dennis Reckelberg (via

Microsoft Teams), Mark W. Powless, Mark Powless, William Sauer, Esau Powless, Garth Webster,

Connor Kestell, Joe Valentino, Stan Webster, Nancy Skenandore, Melanie Burkhart, Cecil Skenandore,

Michelle Braaten, Jeremy King, Thurston Denny, June Cornelius, Lloyd Powless Jr, Sharon Powless,

Dawn Brown, Barb Dickson, Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams);

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:35 a.m.

For the record: Secretary Lisa Liggins is out on personal leave and will be arriving late. Councilman

Marlon Skenandore is out on approved leave.

1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file

sharing, and video meetings.

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II.

OPENING (00:00:05)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.

Item III. was addressed next.

Special recognition - Lifetime Achievement - Lloyd E. Powless Jr. (00:34:20)

Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 11:17 a.m.

Roll call for the record:

Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton; Secretary Lisa Liggins; Councilman

Jonas Hill; Councilman Kirby Metoxen; Councilwoman Jennifer Webster; Councilman Jameson

Wilson;

Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 09-26-25-H Recognizing Lloyd E. Powless Jr. for Lifetime

Achievement and Contributions to the Oneida Nation, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Special recognition - Lifetime Achievement - Mark A. Powless Sr. (00:47:22)

Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 09-26-25-I Recognizing Mark A. Powless Sr. for Lifetime

Achievement and Contributions to the Oneida Nation, 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. was addressed next.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:00:28)

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt the agenda with two (2) changes [1) under the Resolutions

section, add item entitled Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for CIP #22-115 Public Market Utilizing

Tribal Contribution Savings; and 2) under the Executive Session section, New Business, add item

entitled Approve Mod 3 to USDA FDPIR Demo Project Contract - file # 2021-0723], 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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IV.

OATH OF OFFICE

Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission - William Sauer (00:02:47)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oaths of office administered by Councilwoman Jennifer Webster. William Sauer was present.

MINUTES

Approve the September 10, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

(00:05:08)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the September 10, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting

minutes, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

VI.

RESOLUTIONS

Adopt resolution entitled Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026 Draft Budget and Directive

to Present Budget to the General Tribal Council for Approval (00:05:50)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-A Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026 Draft

Budget and Directive to Present Budget to the General Tribal Council for Approval, 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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Adopt resolution entitled Authorizing Use of $4,835,992 Carry Over Funds to

Balance the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget (00:09:28) (00:21:29)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Lawrence Barton to table resolution Authorizing Use of $4,835,992 Carry Over Funds to

Balance the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget item, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Item VI.C. was addressed next.

Motion by Jameson Wilson to take this item from the table, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-E Authorizing Use of $4,835,992 Carry

Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Item VII. was addressed next.

Adopt resolution entitled Support nomination of Councilman Jameson J. Wilson

for the National Congress of American Indians Midwest Region Vice-President

(00:11:23)

Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-B Support nomination of Councilman

Jameson J. Wilson for the National Congress of American Indians Midwest Region Vice-President,

seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Adopt resolution entitled Amending Completion Deadline for ARPA FRF LR TCS

Obligation for Change Management Initiative Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings

- BC Resolution # 10-26-22-E (00:13 :49)

Sponsor: Laura Laitinen-Warren, Executive HR Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-C Amending Completion Deadline for

ARPA FRF LR TCS Obligation for Change Management Initiative Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings BC Resolution # 10-26-22-E, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for CIP # 22-115 Public Market Utilizing Tribal

Contribution Savings (00:14:36)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-D Obligation for CIP # 22-115 Public

Market Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Item VIII. was addressed next.

VII.

APPOINTMENTS

Determine next steps regarding five (5) vacancies - Oneida Election Board - Ad

Hoc Committee (00:24:40)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the selected applicant; to appoint Kalene White to the Oneida Election

Board - Ad Hoc Committee, to a term ending December 31, 2025; and to request the Secretary to

repost the remaining vacancies, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Determine next steps regarding four (4) vacancies - Oneida Election Board

Alternates (00:25:07)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the selected applicant; to appoint Kalene White to the Oneida Election

Board Alternates, to a term end upon the ratification of the second 2025 special election results; and to

request the Secretary to repost the remaining vacancies, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Nation School Board

(00:25:33)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the selected applicant; to appoint Kimberly Skenandore to the Oneida

Nation School Board, with a term ending July 31, 2028; and to request the Secretary to repost the

remaining vacancy, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Item X. was addressed next.

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VIII.

TRAVEL REQUESTS

Approve the travel request - Treasurer Lawrence Barton - RES Summit 2026 - Las

Vegas, NV - March 22-27, 2026 (00:17:23)

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the travel request for Treasurer Lawrence Barton and two (2)

additional Business Committee members to attend the RES Summit 2026 in Las Vegas, NV on March

22-27, 2026, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Approve the travel request - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Dept. of Ag, Trade, and

Consumer Protection (DATCP) Tourism and Dept. of Natural Resources (DNR) Keshena, WI - October 14-15, 2025 (00:18:35)

Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request for Councilman Kirby Metoxen and one (1)

additional Business Committee member to attend the Dept. of Ag, Trade, and Consumer Protection

(DATCP) Tourism and Dept. of Natural Resources (DNR) in Keshena, WI on October 14-15, 2025,

seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson

Abstained:

Kirby Metoxen

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Approve the travel request - Councilman Jonas Hill - 13th Annual Indian Law CLE Wisconsin Dells, WI - November 5-7, 2025 (00:19:26)

Sponsor: Jonas Hill, Councilman

Motion by Jameson Wilson to accept the travel request for Councilman Jonas Hill to attend the 13th

Annual Indian Law CLE in Wisconsin Dells, WI on November 5-7, 2025, 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.B. was addressed next.

IX.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve the Budget Contingency Plan update (00:30:51)

Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jonas Hill to defer the Budget Contingency Plan update to the November 12, 2025, regular

Business Committee meeting, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

For the record: The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed at 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

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Item II.A. was addressed next.

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

Reconstruction and Repair Agreement - Oneida Nation and Town of Oneida - file #

2025-1074 (00:20:22)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved Road

Reconstruction and Repair Agreement - Oneida Nation and Town of Oneida - file # 2025-1074,

seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Motion by Jennifer Webster to go into executive session at 8:56 a.m., seconded by Jameson Wilson.

Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Motion by Jonas Hill to come out of executive session at 10:16 a.m., seconded by Lawrence Barton.

Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Item VI.B. was addressed next.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (00:26:05)

REPORTS

Accept the CEO-Nation Services report (00:26:13)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

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

carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Accept the Treasurer's August 2025 report (00:26:26)

Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Treasurer's August 2025 report, seconded by Jonas Hill.

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 Chief Counsel report (00:26:43

Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Accept the August 19, 2025, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes

(00:26:57)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the August 19, 2025, 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

Accept the Title 31 Compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement

(00:27:10)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Title 31 Compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement,

seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

NEW BUSINESS

Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Green Bay Packers

Sponsorship Contract - file # 2025-0975 (00:27:24)

Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, CEO-Oneida Casino Hotel

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion 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

Deliberations regarding pardon application - Briana A. Summers (00:27:38)

Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the recommendation of the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening

Committee; to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-F Regarding Pardon of Briana A. Summers and to move

the resolution to open 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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DRAFT

Deliberations regarding pardon application - Daniel G. Webster Jr. (00:28:42)

Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

Motion by Jameson Wilson to accept the recommendation of the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening

Committee; to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-G Regarding Pardon of Daniel G. Webster Jr. and to move

the resolution to open session, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Review application(s) for five (5) vacancies - Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc

Committee (00:29:01)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Election

Board - Ad Hoc Committee vacancies as information, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Review application(s) for four (4) vacancies - Oneida Election Board Alternates

(0029:17)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Election

Board Alternates vacancies as information, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Review application(s) for two (2) vacancies - Oneida Nation School Board

(00:29:32)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Nation School

Board vacancies as information, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Approve the Multi-Year Funding Agreement Between Oneida Nation and the

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for Indian Health Service

Programs October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2028-Amendment - file #

2024-1056 (00:29:48)

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the Multi-Year Funding Agreement Between Oneida Nation and the

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for Indian Health Service Programs October 1, 2023,

through September 30, 2028-Amendment - file # 2024-1056, 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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DRAFT

Approve Mod 3 USDA FDPIR Demo Project Contract - file # 2021-0723 (00:30:16)

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jameson Wilson to approve Mod 3 USDA FDPIR Demo Project Contract - file # 2021-0723,

seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Item IX.A. was addressed next.

XI.

ADJOURN

Motion by Jonas Hill to adjourn at 11:59 a.m., seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

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

Webster, Jameson Wilson

Not Present:

Marlon Skenandore

Minutes prepared by Bonnie Pigman, Information Management Specialist.

Minutes approved as presented on

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes

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Adopt resolution entitled Approval of FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/8/25

2. Session:

■ Open

‫܆‬

‫ ܆‬Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose or type justification

Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR

Approve Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions by First Am

$UHDVSRWHQWLDOO\LPSDFWHGRUDIIHFWHGE\WKLVUHTXHVW

‫ ܆‬Finance

‫ ܆‬Law Office

‫ ܆‬Gaming/Retail

‫ ܆‬Other:

‫ ܆‬Programs/Services

‫ ܆‬DTS

‫ ܆‬Boards, Committees, or Commissions

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Lauren Hartman, Environmental Land & Agriculture Division Acquisition Mgr

Nicole Rommel, Environmental Land & Agriculture Division Deputy Director

Eric McLester, Environmental Land & Agriculture Division Director

Enter (Name, Title/Entity) OR Choose from List

Revised: 01/07/2025

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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

Budget Information:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Tribal Contribution

‫ ܆‬Unbudgeted

‫ ܆‬Other: Describe

Submission:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded

‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

signed by Mark W. Powless

Mark W. Powless Digitally

Date: 2025.09.18 10:13:35 -05'00'

Authorized Sponsor:

Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Primary Requestor:

Lauren Hartman, ELA Acqusition Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

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Environmental, Land & Agriculture Division

To:

Oneida Business Committee

From: Lauren Hartman, Acquisition Manager

CC:

Nicole Rommel, Deputy Director

Eric McLester, Division Director

Mark Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Date: 9-22-2025

Re:

Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions by First

American Title Insurance Company

On January 1, 2024, First American Title Insurance Company required all their tribal clients

waive sovereign immunity to receive title insurance.

To continue receiving title insurance policies for real estate transactions underwritten by First

American Title Insurance Company, the Oneida Business Committee will need to consider

approving a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for each real estate closing OR approve an

annual resolution for a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for First American Title Insurance

Company on an annual basis.

This requirement for Land Management to request separate limited waivers for each

transaction is not efficient and risks the Nation’s ability to meet timelines. This resolution is

requesting approval annually effective October 1, 2025 and expiring September 31, 2026.

Little Bear Development Center

N7332 Water Circle Place

Oneida, WI 54155

Tsyunhehkwa Farm

N139 Riverdale Drive

Oneida, WI 54155

Land &Conservation Office

470 Airport Drive

Oneida, WI 54155

Cannery

N7210 Seminary Rd

Oneida, WI 54155

Oneida Nation Farm

N6010 Cty Rd C

Seymour, WI 54165

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Environmental, Land & Agriculture Division

To:

General Manager

From: Lauren Hartman, Acquisition Manager

CC:

Nicole Rommel, Deputy Director

Eric McLester, Division Director

Date: 9-18-2025

Re:

Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions by First

American Title Insurance Company

On January 1, 2024, First American Title Insurance Company required all their tribal clients

waive sovereign immunity to receive title insurance.

To continue receiving title insurance policies for real estate transactions underwritten by First

American Title Insurance Company, the Oneida Business Committee will need to consider

approving a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for each real estate closing OR approve an

annual resolution for a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for First American Title Insurance

Company on an annual basis.

This requirement for Land Management to request separate limited waivers for each

transaction is not efficient and risks the Nation’s ability to meet timelines. This resolution is

requesting approval annually effective October 1, 2025 and expiring September 31, 2026.

Little Bear Development Center

N7332 Water Circle Place

Oneida, WI 54155

Tsyunhehkwa Farm

N139 Riverdale Drive

Oneida, WI 54155

Land &Conservation Office

470 Airport Drive

Oneida, WI 54155

Cannery

N7210 Seminary Rd

Oneida, WI 54155

Oneida Nation Farm

N6010 Cty Rd C

Seymour, WI 54165

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ONEIDA LAW OFFICE

CONFIDENTIAL: ATTORNEY/CLIENT WORK PRODUCT

TO:

Lauren N. Hartman

Land Management Division-Administration

Use this number on future correspondence:

2025-1047

FROM: Krystal L. John, Staff Attorney

Krystal L. John

Digitally signed by Krystal L.

John

Date: 2025.09.17 10:45:11

-05'00'

Law Office use only

9 Purchasing review not required

‫ ܆‬HRD approval needed

DATE: September 16, 2025

RE:

First American Title Insurance Company-FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign

Immunity

If you have any questions or comments regarding this review, please call 869-4327.

The attached agreement, contract, policy and/or guaranty has been reviewed by the Oneida Law

Office for legal content only. Please review for compliance with the current budget resolution

prior to entering said contract. Please note the following:

9 The document is in appropriate legal form – it is an OBC resolution, so OBC approval is

implicitly required. (OBC Submittal is a management decision and execution is an OBC

decision.)

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Oneida Nation

Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920) 869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # Leave this line blank

Approval of FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions

Insured by First American Title Insurance Company

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,

when the Nation acquires new properties and when the Nation conducts fee-to-trust

transactions, the Nation enters contracts with title insurance companies for the

purpose of insuring the title the Nation is receiving, either deeded directly to the

Nation or to the United States in Trust on behalf of the Oneida Nation; and

WHEREAS,

all of the companies the Nation currently contracts for real estate title work are

underwritten by First American Title Insurance Company; and

WHEREAS,

effective January 1, 2024, First American Title Insurance Company is requiring

that all their tribal clients waive sovereign immunity to receive title insurance; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation Sovereign Immunity law, in §112.6-2(b) allows for a waiver of

sovereign immunity to be made by Oneida Business Committee motion or resolution; and

WHEREAS,

to continue receiving title insurance policies for real estate transactions underwritten by

First American Title Insurance Company, the Oneida Business Committee will need to

consider approving a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for each real estate closing OR

approve an annual resolution for a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for First American

Title Insurance Company on an annual basis; and

WHEREAS,

requiring Land Management to request a separate limited waiver of sovereign immunity in

favor of First American Title Insurance Company for each closing is not efficient and risks

the Nation’s ability to successfully compete in a time sensitive real estate market; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee hereby provides a limited waiver

of sovereign immunity to First American Title Insurance Company that is effective for Oneida Nation Fiscal

Year 2026, effective October 1, 2025 and expiring on September 31, 2026, for real estate transactions

insured by First American Title Insurance Company and facilitated by a title company that is an approved

vendor of the Nation in accordance with the Vendor Licensing Law. This waiver is provided for the sole

purpose of allowing any action or proceeding requesting interpretation of any of the terms and provisions

of a title insurance policy or determining the rights and obligations of First American Title Insurance

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BC Resolution # _______

Approval of FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions

Insured by First American Title Insurance Company

Page 2 of 2

Company under the policy. Specifically, the Oneida Business Committee expressly and irrevocably (1)

grants a limited waiver of sovereign immunity to First American Title Insurance Company; (2) waives any

defense due to failure to exhaust remedies in the courts of the Nation; and (3) consents to jurisdiction and

venue in the federal courts of the United States of America and the courts of the State(s) where the Land

is located. These waivers and consents (1) do not extend to any action for monetary damages against the

Nation; (2) do not extend to the benefit of any third party; and (3) shall be valid and binding only for so long

as coverage under the policy continues.

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Accept the September 11, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/8/25

2. Session:

☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose or type justification.

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR

Accept the FC Minutes for 09/11/25 & E-Poll

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☒ Finance

☐ Law Office

☐ Gaming/Retail

☒ Other: All areas that require FC

☐ Programs/Services

☐ DTS

☒ Boards, Committees, or Commissions

approval

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

Revised: 01/07/2025

Page 1 of 2

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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

☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded

☒ Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2025

DATE:

09/11/25

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance

Committee meeting minutes of September 11, 2025. The E-Poll and minutes were sent

out today and concluded today. The results of the completed E-Poll are as follows:

E-POLL RESULTS:

The r e w a s a M ajo r it y of 4 FC me mb er s vo t ing t o app ro v e t he S ept emb e r

11 , 2 0 25 , Fi na nc e Com mit t e e M e et in g Min ut e s . FC Me mb e rs vot ing

inc lud ed : Jen nif e r W eb st e r , L i sa Li ggi ns , Jon a s Hi ll, and Ch ad F u s s.

These Finance Committee Minutes of September 11, 2025, will be placed on the next

Finance Committee agenda to acknowledge this E-Poll action. Per the FC By-Laws all

Minutes of the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC

acceptance.

Finance Administration Office

Phone: 920- 869-4491

FAO@oneidanation.org

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FINANCE COMMITTEE

FC REGULAR MEETING

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M

Business Committee Conference Room / Microsoft Teams

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

FC MEMBERS PRESENT :

RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair

Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member

Jonas Hill, BC Council Member

Sarah White, Purchasing Director

Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM‐Finance Casino Hotel

Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED : Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair

OTHERS PRESENT : Aliskwet Ellis, Phil Wisneski, James Petitjean, Christina Bluebird,

Henrietta Cornelius, David Jordan, Rhiannon “RC” Metoxen, Sarah Miller, and Ashley Blaker.

CALL TO ORDER:

The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Vice‐Chair at 8:29

A.M.

II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: SEPTEMBER 11, 2025

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the September 11, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting

Agenda. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

FC MINUTES: August 28, 2025 (Approved via E‐Poll on 8/28/25)

Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on August 28,

2025, approving the August 28, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by

Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

IV.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. City of Green Bay – FY25 Annual Gov. Agreement Payment

Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

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Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2025

Amount: $525,000.00

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Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve City of Green Bay – FY25 Annual Gov. Agreement

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Payment in the amount of $525,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried

unanimously.

2. Village of Ashwaubenon – Annual Agreement Payment

Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $297,618.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Village of Ashwaubenon – Annual Agreement

Payment in the amount of $297,618.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried

unanimously.

3. Village of Ashwaubenon – EMS Annual Agreement Payment

Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $25,000.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Village of Ashwaubenon – EMS Annual

Agreement Payment in the amount of $25,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion

carried unanimously.

4. Village of Ashwaubenon – P & R Annual Agreement Payment

Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $50,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve Village of Ashwaubenon – P & R Annual Agreement

Payment in the amount of $50,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried

unanimously.

5. Brown County Service Agreement

Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $660,431.29

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Brown County Service Agreement in the amount

of $660,431.29. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.

6. FY26 Blkt PO – Lakeland Supply – Custodial Supplies

Leah Dodge, Gaming – Facilities

Amount: $62,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blkt PO – Lakeland Supply – Custodial Supplies

in the amount of $62,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried

unanimously.

7. FY26 Blkt PO – Lakeland Supply – Paper Products

Leah Dodge, Gaming – Facilities

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Amount: $185,000.00

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Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blkt PO – Lakeland Supply – Paper Products in

the amount of $185,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried

unanimously.

8. FY26 Blkt PO – Chambers & Owen Inc.

Amount: $42,500,000.00

9. FY26 Blkt PO – US Venture Inc. (Fuel)

Amount: $21,000,000.00

10. FY26 Blkt PO – True North Energy

Amount: $5,000,000.00

11. FY26 Blkt PO – Reyes Holding (Coca‐Cola)

Amount: $838,000.00

12. FY26 Blkt PO – WP Beverages LLC (Pepsi)

Amount: $777,780.00

13. FY26 Blkt PO – Dean Distributing Inc.

Amount: $450,000.00

14. FY26 Blkt PO – Frito‐Lay Inc.

Amount: $280,000.00

15. FY26 Blkt PO – Kay Beer Distributing Inc.

Amount: $280,000.00

16. FY26 Blkt PO – Triangle Distributing Co. Ince.

Amount: $250,002.00

17. FY26 Blkt PO – Birdseye Dairy Inc.

Amount: $220,000.00

18. FY26 Blkt PO – Kitchen Fresh Foods LLC

Amount: $210,006.00

19. FY26 Blkt PO – Seven‐Up Bottling Co Inc.

Amount: $210,000.00

20. FY26 Blkt PO – EnergiTech (US Venture Inc.) – Repairs/Service Amount: $199,003.00

21. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service

Amount: $189,590.00

22. FY26 Blkt PO – Kag Energy LLC

Amount: $157,305.00

23. FY26 Blkt PO – Lightning Wash LLC

Amount: $150,000.00

24. FY26 Blkt PO – WDI LLC

Amount: $130,000.00

25. FY26 Blkt PO – Loomis LLC

Amount: $112,000.00

26. FY26 Blkt PO – Red Bull Distribution Co Inc.

Amount: $110,007.00

27. FY26 Blkt PO – Badger Liquor Co Inc.

Amount: $80,000.00

28. FY26 Blkt PO – Simone DeCoteau (Simon’s Burritos)

Amount: $70,000.00

29. FY26 Blkt PO – Paytronix Systems Inc (Loyalty App)

Amount: $68,544.00

30. FY26 Blkt PO – Badger Inventory Service Inc.

Amount: $63,000.00

31. FY26 Blkt PO – EnergiTech (US Venture Inc.) – Gilbarco

Amount: $60,000.00

32. FY26 Blkt PO – Shawn’s Pro Wash LLC

Amount: $51,225.00

33. FY26 Blkt PO – General Beer Northeast

Amount: $50,000.00

34. FY26 Blkt PO – General Beverage Sales Co – Liquor

Amount: $50,000.00

James Petitjean, Retail

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve for the cost of business items #8 ‐ #34 under

New Business in the amounts requested. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried

unanimously.

35. FY26 Blkt PO – Sipple Chiropractic LLC – Clinic Services

Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

Amount: $60,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve items #35 ‐ #38 under New Business in the amounts

requested. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.

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‐

36. FY26 Blkt PO – VDH Nursing – Service & Rent

Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

See Action in New Business #35.

37. FY26 Blkt PO – Neurology & Associates – Clinic Services

Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

‐

Amount: $65,000.00

See Action in New Business #35.

38. FY26 Blkt PO – Bellin Memorial Hospital

Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

‐

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Amount: $60,000.00

Amount: $430,000.00

See Action in New Business #35.

39. FY26 Blkt PO – NDX Lords (Lords Dental) – Dental Lab Services

Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

Amount: $200,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve items #39 ‐ #44 in the amounts requested. Seconded

by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.

40. FY26 Blkt PO – Quality Crown Bridge – Dental Lab Services

Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

‐

See Action in New Business #39.

41. FY26 Blkt PO – Vintage Dental Lab – Dental Lab Services

Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

‐

Amount: $200,000.00

See Action in New Business #39.

44. FY26 Blkt PO – Linde Gas – Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)

Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

‐

Amount: $200,000.00

See Action in New Business #39.

43. FY26 Blkt PO – Henry Schein Inc. – Dental Supplies

Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

‐

Amount: $200,000.00

See Action in New Business #39.

42. FY26 Blkt PO – Patterson Dental Supply – Dental Supplies

Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

‐

Amount: $200,000.00

See Action in New Business #39.

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Amount: $50,000.00

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ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:

REPORT:

1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – September 2025

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for September 2025.

Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION: None

VII. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None

VIII. FOLLOW UP: None

IX. FOR INFORMATION ONLY: None

X. ADJOURN: Motion by Lisa Liggins to adjourn. Seconded by Jennifer Webster.

Motion carried unanimously. Time: 8:44 A.M.

Minutes submitted by:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E‐Poll:

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Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2025

September 11, 2025

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Accept the September 25, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/8/25

2. Session:

☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose or type justification.

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR

Accept the FC Minutes for 09/25/25 & E-Poll

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☒ Finance

☐ Law Office

☐ Gaming/Retail

☒ Other: All areas that require FC

☐ Programs/Services

☐ DTS

☒ Boards, Committees, or Commissions

approval

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

Revised: 01/07/2025

Page 1 of 2

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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

☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded

☒ Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

DATE:

09/26/25

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance

Committee meeting minutes of September 25, 2025. The E-Poll and minutes were sent

out on 09/25/25 and concluded on 09/26/25. The results of the completed E-Poll are

as follows:

E-POLL RESULTS:

The r e w a s a M ajo r it y of 4 FC me mb er s vo t ing t o app ro v e t he S ept emb e r

25 , 2 0 25 , Fi na nc e Com mit t e e M e et in g Min ut e s . FC Me mb e rs vot ing

inc lud ed : L i s a L i g g i n s, R aL in da N in h am- L amb e ri e s, Jon a s H il l, an d S a ra h

Wh it e .

These Finance Committee Minutes of September 25, 2025, will be placed on the next

Finance Committee agenda to acknowledge this E-Poll action. Per the FC By-Laws all

Minutes of the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC

acceptance.

Finance Administration Office

Phone: 920- 869-4491

FAO@oneidanation.org

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FINANCE COMMITTEE

FC REGULAR MEETING

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M

Business Committee Conference Room

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

FC MEMBERS PRESENT :

Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair

Jonas Hill, BC Council Member

Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary

RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair

Sarah White, Purchasing Director

Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM‐Finance Casino Hotel

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED : Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member

OTHERS PRESENT : Heather Ohuafi, Joe Sikora, Tanya Danforth, Paul Witek, Dana McLester,

Greg Matson, Jamie Metoxen, Josephine Skenandore, Nathan Maufort, Christina Bluebird,

Marilyn King, Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Carrie Lindsey, Brenda Haen, Eric Bristol, David

Jordan, Rhiannon Metoxen, and Ashley Blaker taking notes.

CALL TO ORDER: The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC

Chair at 8:26 A.M.

II.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA: SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the September 25, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting

Agenda with two deletions under New Business #27 and #28 along with two add‐ons under

New Business items #50 and #51. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

FC MINUTES: SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 (Approved via E‐Poll on 09/11/25)

Motion by Jonas Hill to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on September 11, 2025,

approving the September 11, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by

Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

IV. SPECIAL FC E‐POLL:

1. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – BHS – MD Contract 2019‐0988

Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS

(Approved via E‐Poll on 09/18/25)

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Amount: $16, 250.00

Total PO: $276,250.00

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Motion by Jonas Hill to acknowledge the Special FC E‐Poll action taken on September

18, 2025, approving the FY25 Blkt PO Increase – BHS – MD Contract 2019‐0988 in the

amount of $16,250.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

1. FY26 Blkt PO – Green Bay Packers Contract Year 1 of 10

Heather Ohuafi, Gaming – Marketing

Amount: $4,706,697.75

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blkt PO – Green Bay Packers Contract Year 1 of

10 in the amount of $4,706,697.75. Seconded by Sarah White for discussion who

withdrew her support. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Abstained by RaLinda Ninham‐

Lamberies and Jonas Hill. Motion carried. Amendment to the main Motion by Lisa

Liggins approval is contingent upon Gaming bringing back the impact of a 5 to 7‐year

term for clarity to the next FC meeting on October 9, 2025. Seconded by Chad Fuss.

For the record Jonas Hill abstained due to the significant concerns raised by the

community members regarding the cost of this contract. I respectfully abstain from

voting on this item. I believe it’s important that our decisions reflect the voices of the

people we represent.

For the record RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies abstained as the term of 10‐year contract,

from her perspective, puts the Nation at great liability because we are not sure if we

can afford the financial obligations for 10 years with the changes that are occurring in

Operational Costs in Gaming and the environment overall.

VI. CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:

1. Oneida Construction Services – Task Order #16 ONES Sugar Camp Amount: $79,886.00

Paul Witek, Engineering

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve Oneida Construction Services – Task Order #16 ONES

Sugar Camp in the amount of $79,886.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried

unanimously.

VII.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. FY26 Blkt PO – Helping Hands Caregivers

Carrie Lindsey, Comp. Health

Amount: $350,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Helping Hands Caregivers in the

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amount of $350,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried

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unanimously.

2. FY26 Blkt PO – La Sante Wisconsin Inc.

Carrie Lindsey, Comp. Health

Amount: $100,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – La Sante Wisconsin Inc. in the

amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried

unanimously.

3. FY26 Blkt PO – LiveWell Home Care Services LLC

Carrie Lindsey, Comp. Health

Amount: $120,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – LiveWell Home Care Services LLC in

the amount of $120,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried

unanimously.

4. FY26 Blkt PO – 1822 Land & Development (Food Distribution)

Marilyn King, Food Distribution

Amount: $54,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – 1822 Land & Development (Food

Distribution) in the amount of $54,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried

unanimously.

For the Record, RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies stated the lease term is 20 years 5 months.

5. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – LNW Gaming Inc. – Monthly Maint. Fees Amount: $8,988.72

Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS

Total PO: $800,988.72

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – LNW

Gaming Inc. – Monthly Maint. Fees in the amount of $8,988.72. Seconded by Lisa

Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

6. FY26 Blkt PO Increase – LNW Gaming Inc. – Monthly Maint. Fees Amount: $18,000.00

Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS

Total PO: $810,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blanket PO Increase – LNW Gaming Inc. –

Monthly Maint. Fees in the amount of $18,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion

carried unanimously.

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7. FY26 Blkt PO – Gorden Flesch – Copier/Click Charges

Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

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Amount: $350,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Gorden Flesch – Copier/Click

Charges in the amount of $350,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried

unanimously.

8. FY26 Blkt PO – Mail Haus Inc. – Postage

Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $50,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Mail Haus Inc. – Postage in the

amount of $50,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

9. FY26 Blkt PO – Oneida Post Office – Postage & PO Box

Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $900,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oneida Post Office – Postage &

PO Box in the amount of $900,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried

unanimously.

10. FY26 Blkt PO – Pitney Bowes – Postage & Supplies

Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $100,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Pitney Bowes – Postage &

Supplies in the amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried

unanimously.

11. FY26 Blkt PO – Steen Macek – Paper & Envelope Supplies

Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $250,000.00

$200,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Steen Macek – Paper & Envelope

Supplies in the updated amount of $200,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion

carried unanimously.

12. FY26 Blkt PO – UPS – Shipping Costs

Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $150,000.00

$100,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – UPS – Shipping

Costs in the updated amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried

unanimously.

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13. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service – Federally Funded

Dana McLester, CHD

Amount: $90,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve items #13 & #14 FY26 Blanket POs for CHD in the

requested amounts. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

14. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service – Rentals/Warehouses

Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $50,000.00

See Action in New Business #13.

15. FY26 Blkt PO – PRN Home & Therapy LLC – Home Health Services Amount: $250,000.00

Brenda Haen, Comp. Health

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – PRN Home &

Therapy LLC – Home Health Services in the amount of $250,000.00. Seconded by Sarah

White. Motion carried unanimously.

16. FY26 Blkt PO – PRN Home & Therapy LLC – Home Health Staffing Amount: $265,000.00

Brenda Haen, Comp. Health

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – PRN Home &

Therapy LLC – Home Health Staffing in the amount of $265,000.00. Seconded by Lisa

Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

17. FY26 Blkt PO – MS Data Insight LLC

Tanya Danforth, Gaming – Employee Services

Amount: $252,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – MS Data Insight LLC in the

amount of $252,000.00. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.

18. FY26 Blkt PO – Oak View Group – Cash/CC Sales Reimb.

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

Amount: $6,000,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oak View Group – Cash/CC Sales

Reimb. in the amount of $6,000,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies.

Motion carried unanimously.

19. FY26 Blkt PO – Oak View Group – Comps Reimbursement

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

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Amount: $2,200,000.00

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Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oak View Group –

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Comps Reimbursement in the amount of $2,200,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins.

Motion carried unanimously.

20. FY26 Blkt PO – Oak View Group – Profit & Loss

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

Amount: $500,000.00

$100,000.00

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oak View Group – Profit & Loss in

the updated amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried

unanimously.

21. FY26 Blkt PO – Badger Liquor

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

Amount: $450,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve items #21 ‐ #26 the FY26 Blanket POs for Gaming‐

Admin in the requested amounts. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried

unanimously.

22. FY26 Blkt PO – Dean Distributing

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

See Action in New Business #21.

23. FY26 Blkt PO – General Beverage

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

Amount: $250,000.00

See Action in New Business #21.

26. FY26 Blkt PO – Breakthru Beverage

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

Amount: $350,000.00

See Action in New Business #21.

25. FY26 Blkt PO – Triangle Distributing

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

Amount: $350,000.00

See Action in New Business #21.

24. FY26 Blkt PO – Kay Beer Distributing

Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

Amount: $350,000.00

Amount: $100,000.00

See Action in New Business #21.

27. FY26 Blkt PO – Harters – Refuse & Recycling Services

Bridget John, Utilities

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Deleted from the Agenda.

28. FY26 Blkt PO – WE Energies – Gas & Electricity

Bridget John, Utilities

Amount: $73,000.00

Deleted from the Agenda.

29. Infinium – Annual GHR Subscription Fees

Eric Bristol, DTS

Amount: $428,200.00

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve Infinium – Annual GHR Subscription Fees in the

amount of $428,200.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Abstained by RaLinda Ninham‐

Lamberies. Motion carried.

30. Traditions LLC. – Holiday Decor & Lighting

Heather Ohuafi, Gaming – Marketing

Amount: $69,971.58

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve Traditions LLC. – Holiday Decor & Lighting in the

amount of $69,971.58. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Abstained by RaLinda Ninham‐

Lamberies and Sarah White. Motion carried.

For the record it’s helpful to include Purchasing when sending out RFPs. This helps

know what and how the vendors were scored on.

31. FY26 Blkt PO – Envoy‐Northwoods‐Superior Chemical

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

Amount: $100,00.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve items #31 ‐ #38 the FY26 Blanket

POs for Gaming‐Admin in the requested amounts. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion

carried unanimously.

32. FY26 Blkt PO – Filtration Concepts – HVAC Filters

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

See Action in New Business #31.

33. FY26 Blkt PO – OTIS Elevator Co. – Inspections for Casino/Hotel

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

Amount: $100,000.00

Amount: $91,684.68

See Action in New Business #31.

34. FY26 Blkt PO – OTIS Elevator Co. – Service Calls

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

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Amount: $80,000.000

Public Packet

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35. FY26 Blkt PO – The Plant People Inc.

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

Amount: $70,000.00

See Action in New Business #31.

38. FY26 Blkt PO – Belson Company – Custodial Supplies

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

Amount: $100,000.00

See Action in New Business #31.

37. FY26 Blkt PO – Vertiv Corporation

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

Amount: $100,000.00

See Action in New Business #31.

36. FY26 Blkt PO – United States Alliance Fire & Protection

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

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See Action in New Business #31.

Amount: $274,000.00

See Action in New Business #31.

39. FY26 Blkt PO – Crawford/Broadspire Loss Fund – WC Admin.

Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

Amount: $60,000.00

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Crawford/Broadspire Loss Fund –

WC Admin. in the amount of $60,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried

unanimously.

40. FY26 Blkt PO – First Supply

Dana McLester, CHD

Amount: $63,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve items #40 ‐ #48 the FY26 Blanket POs for CHD in the

requested amounts. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

41. FY26 Blkt PO – Johnstone Supplies

Dana McLester, CHD

‐

See Action in New Business #40.

42. FY26 Blkt PO – Menards

Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $60,000.00

Amount: $170,000.00

See Action in New Business #40.

43. FY26 Blkt PO – Yellow Thunder dba Mid State Supply

Dana McLester, CHD

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See Action in New Business #40.

44. FY26 Blkt PO – First Supply – Grant Funded

Dana McLester, CHD

‐

See Action in New Business #40.

45. FY26 Blkt PO – Johnstone Supplies – Grant Funded

Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $170,000.00

See Action in New Business #40.

47. FY26 Blkt PO – Valley Cabinet – Grant Funded

Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $63,000.00

See Action in New Business #40.

46. FY26 Blkt PO – Menards – Grant Funded

Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $50,000.00

Amount: $60,000.00

See Action in New Business #40.

48. FY26 Blkt PO – Woodstock Harwood Flooring LLC – Grant Funded Amount: $55,000.00

Dana McLester, CHD

‐

See Action in New Business #40.

49. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Wisconsin Public Service

Nicole Rommel, Land Management

Amount: $10,000.00

Total PO: $180,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – Wisconsin Public

Service in the amount of $10,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried

unanimously.

50. ADD‐ON: FY25 Blkt PO Increase – OTIS Elevator Co. – Inspections Amount: $192,532.77

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

Total PO: $284,271.45

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve items #50 & #51 in the amounts

requested. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.

51. ADD‐ON: FY25 Blkt PO Increase – OTIS Elevator Co. – Service Calls Amount: $11,655.63

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

Total PO: $60,655.63

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See Action in New Business #50.

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DONATION:

REPORT:

1. FC Donation Report – September 2025

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to accept the FC Donation Report for

September 2025. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

IX.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: None

X. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None

XI. FOLLOW UP: None

XII. FOR INFORMATION ONLY: None

XIII.

ADJOURN: Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to adjourn. Seconded by

Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:41 A.M.

Minutes submitted by:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E‐Poll:

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Accept the September 3, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

09/24/25

2. Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Personnel Related

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR

Accept the September 3, 2025, Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes.

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

☐ 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

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Oneida Business Committee Conference Room-2nd Floor Norbert Hill Center

September 3, 2025

9:00 a.m.

Present: Jameson Wilson, Marlon Skenandore, Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster

Excused: Kirby Metoxen

Others Present: Clorissa N. Leeman, Grace Elliott, Carolyn Salutz, Ethel Marie Cornelius,

Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens

Others Present on Microsoft Teams: Janice Decorah, Melissa Alvarado, Ronald Van Schyndel,

Bar Truttman, Sarah White, Lee Schuyler, Peggy Helm-Quest, Mistylee Herzog, Rae Skenandore,

Tavia James Charles. Jason Martinez, Kaylynn Biely, Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies, Sidney White,

Todd Vandenheuvel, Fawn Billie, Laura Laitinen-Warren, Fawn Cottrell, Thomas Reed, Rhiannon

Metoxen, Diane Wilson, David Jordan, Melinda Danforth, Eric Boulanger, Lisa Liggins, Kelly

Skenandore-Holtz

Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda

Jameson Wilson called the September 3, 2025, Legislative Operating Committee meeting

to order at 9:00 a.m.

Motion by Jonas Hill to adopt the agenda; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried

unanimously.

II.

Minutes to be Approved

1. August 20, 2025 LOC Meeting Minutes

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the August 20, 2025 LOC meeting minutes and forward

to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried

unanimously.

III.

Current Business

1. Independent Contractor Law Amendments

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the public meeting packet for the proposed amendments

to the Independent Contractor law and schedule a public meeting to be held on October 15,

2025; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Workplace Violence Law Amendments

Motion by Jennifer Webster to Approve the public meeting packet for the proposed

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amendments to the Workplace Violence law and schedule a public meeting to be held on

October 15, 2025; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Public Use of Tribal Land Law Amendments

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the legislative analysis and the public meeting packet for

the proposed amendments to the Public Use of Tribal Land law and schedule a public

meeting to be held on October 15, 2025; seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried

unanimously.

4. Sanctions and Penalties Law

Motion by Jennnifer Webster to approve the adoption packet for the proposed Sanctions

and Penalties law and forward to the Oneida Business Committee for inclusion on an

upcoming General Tribal Council meeting agenda for consideration; seconded by Jonas

Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures Amendments

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the memorandum entitled, Intent to Amend the Oneida

Personnel Policies and Procedures, and forward to the Oneida Business Committee for

inclusion on an upcoming General Tribal Council meeting agenda for consideration;

seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

6. Higher Education Scholarship Law

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the draft of the Higher Education Grant Law and direct

that a legislative analysis be completed; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried

unanimously.

7. Real Property Law Amendments

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the draft amendments to the Real Property Law

and direct that a legislative analysis be completed; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried

unanimously.

IV.

New Submissions

1. Business Committee Employment Restriction Non-Compete Agreement and

Policy

Motion by Jonas Hill to deny the request to add the Business Committee Employment

Restriction Non-Compete Policy and Agreement to the Active Files List, noting the Code

of Ethics is already on the Active Files List and directing this memorandum be shared with

the Code of Ethics drafting attorney; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried

unanimously.

Additions

VI.

Administrative Updates

Legislative Operating Committee Meeting Minutes of September 3, 2025

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Executive Session

VIII. Adjourn

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adjourn at 10:02 a.m.; seconded by Marlon Skenadore.

Motion carried unanimously.

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Accept the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM) - Santa Fe, NM -...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/8/25

2. Session:

‫ ܈‬Open ‫ ܆‬Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose or type justification.

3. Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR

Approve travel report for Councilman Kirby Metoxen – SFIM - Sante Fe, New Mexico - August 1318 , 2025.

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

‫ ܆‬Finance

‫ ܆‬Law Office

‫ ܆‬Gaming/Retail

‫ ܈‬Other: OBC

‫ ܆‬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: email

‫ ܆‬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:

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‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Primary Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

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T RAVEL R EPORT

Travel Report for:

Kirby Metoxen

Travel Event:

Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM)

Travel Location:

Sante Fe, New Mexico

Departure Date:

08/13/2022

Return Date:

0//2025

Projected Cost:

3955.71

Actual Cost:

3546.98

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

06/25/2025

Narrative/Background:

The Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM) stands as the world's largest and most esteemed

Indigenous art marketplace, offering a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how

cultural events can serve as powerful catalysts for local economic development which

promises an exceptional platform for showcasing Indigenous artistry and enterprise.

The events foster community engagement and culture exchange that is beneficial for

economic growth, promotes cultural preservation, and bolsters community pride—

demonstrating the vital role of tourism in advancing Indigenous communities'

prosperity and resilience. Participating in this event presents a valuable opportunity

for Native American Tourism of Wisconsin and the Oneida Nation to gain insights and

establish meaningful connections. Such engagement can serve as a catalyst for

fostering similar initiatives, highlighting how tourism can significantly contribute to

the economic growth and sustainable development of our communities.

Item(s) Requiring Attention:

Meeting with WIA to discuss tourism opportunities

Requested Action:

Approve travel report for Councilman Kirby Metoxen – SFIM - Sante Fe, New Mexico August 13-18 , 2025.

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Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Bad River Health and Wellness Grand...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

2. Session:

[Zl Open

09/26/25

D Executive- must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Approve Travel Report -Jennifer Webster Bad River

Health & Wellness Grand Opening July 17, 2025-July 18, 2025

3. Requested Motion:

D Accept as information; OR

Approve Travel Report- Jennifer Webster Bad River Health & Wellness Grand Opening

July 17, 2025-July 18, 2025

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

D Finance

0 Law Office

D Gaming/Retail

[Zl Other: Oneida Business Committee

[Zl Programs/Services

O DTS

D Boards, Committees, or Commissions

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

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6. Supporting Documents:

D Bylaws

D Contract Document(s)

[Zl Correspondence

D Draft GTC Notice

0 Draft GTC Packet

D E-poll results/back-up

D Other: Describe

7. Budget Information:

D Fiscal Impact Statement D Presentation

[Zl Report

D Law

D Legal Review

D Resolution

D Minutes

D Rule (adoption packet)

0 MOU/MOA

D Statement of Effect

D Petition

D Travel Documents

[Zl Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

D Unbudgeted

D Other: Special Projects

D Budgeted - Grant Funded

0 Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Primary Requestor:

Revised: 01/07/2025

Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

(Name, Title/Entity)

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Travel Report for:

Jennifer Webster

Travel Event:

Bad River Health & Wellness Grand Opening

Travel Location:

Bad River, WI

Departure Date:

07/17/2025

Return Date:

07/18/2025

Projected Cost:

$ 749.00

Actual Cost:

$ 445.00

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

07/09/2025

Narrative/Background:

On June 9, 2025 The Oneida Business Committee received an invite to the Bad River

Health & Wellness Center Multi-Purpose/Aquatic Facility Expansion. I attended and

had the opportunity to network with other Tribal Leaders, Facility Management,

Indian Health Service, as well as some of the Contractors and Builders.

Facility Management also provided a tour the new facility.

Attached is a copy of Information Booklet handout, I have extra's in my office if you

want a hard copy.

Thank You for allowing me to represent Oneida Nation at their Grand Opening.

ltem(s) Requiring Attention:

Click here to enter text.

Requested Action:

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Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Self Governance Meeting (IHS-TSGAC) -...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

2. Session:

IZ] Open

09/26/25

D Executive -must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Approve Travel Report -Jennifer Webster Self

Governance Meeting (IHS -TSGAC) Washington, DC July 22, 2025

-July 25, 2025

3. Requested Motion:

D Accept as information; OR

Approve Travel Report- Jennifer Webster Self Governance Meeting (IHS -TSGAC)

Washington, DC July 22, 2025 -July 25, 2025

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

D Finance

D Law Office

D Gaming/Retail

IZ] Other: Oneida Business Committee

IZ] Programs/Services

0 DTS

D Boards, Committees, or Commissions

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:

Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

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6. Supporting Documents:

D Bylaws

D Contract Document(s)

[ZI Correspondence

D Draft GTC Notice

0 Draft GTC Packet

D E-poll results/back-up

[ZI Other: Agenda Backup

D Fiscal Impact Statement

D Law

D Legal Review

[ZI Minutes

0 MOU/MOA

D Petition

7. Budget Information:

D Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

D Unbudgeted

D Other: Describe

D Presentation

[ZI Report

D Resolution

D Rule (adoption packet)

D Statement of Effect

D Travel Documents

[ZI Budgeted - Grant Funded

0 Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Primary Requestor:

Revised: 01/07/2025

Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

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Travel Event:

Self Governance Meeting (IHS-TSGAC)

Travel Location:

Washington DC

Departure Date:

07/22/2025

Return Date:

07/25/2025

Projected Cost:

$ 2578.50

Actual Cost:

s 1 1889.21

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

03/26/2025

Narrative/Background:

The IHS Tribal Self-Governance Advisory Committee (IHS-TSGAC) held it quarterly

meeting in Washington DC on July 23 afternoon and July 24 full day, 2025. I serve as

the Primary for the Bemidji Area. The meeting provided a forum for Tribal and

Federal officials to discuss issues related to tribal administration of federal programs

and services, exchange and develop solutions intended to improve Self-Governance

and enhance the Tribal-Federal partnership. Attached is the agenda.

PACE was also scheduling Lobbying efforts the same week with Vice-Chair Stevens, so

I was able to change my flights to accommodate July 22 meetings with National Indian

Gaming Commission with Morongo Chairman Charles Martin and Assistant Chief

Patricia Leach from Catawba regarding Unregulated Predictive Wagering and CFTC

(Regulator), and a fundraising event with Congressman Tim Moore and Tony Wied, a

stop at the House Natural Resource Cmte hearing, and Senate Indian Affairs

Committee, and evening fundraisers for Congressmant Adrian Smith (R-NE) and David

Schweikert (R-AZ). Attached is the schedule with PACE.

Not covered by TSGAC: Airline tkt change $23.99 to

accommodate PACE additional mtgs.

ltem(s) Requiring Attention:

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Agenda

ibal Self-Governance Advisory Committee (TSGAC)

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July 23 -24, 2025

Location: Embassy Suites, 900 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

ZOOM Information

https://us02web,zoom.us/j/83198229977?pwd=cCIBbDArNm1BQnJgMVJ2NEFIZm9udz09

Meeting ID: 831 9822 9977

Passcode: 331597

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WEDNESDAY. JULY 23. 2025

1 :OOpm - 2:00pm: Tribal Caucus

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2:00pm -- 2:25pm: Roll Call & Introductions

2:25pm - 2:30pm: Opening Prayer

2:30pm - 2:35pm: TSGAC Committee Business

• March 2025 minutes

• Nominations

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2:35pm - 3:00pm: Opening Remarks

Chris Anoatubby, Lt. Governor, Chickasaw Nation, and TSGAC Chair

P. Benjamin Smith, Acting Director, Indian Health Service (/HS)

3:00pm -4:00pm: Office ofTrlbal Self-Governance {OTSG) Update

OTSG will provide an update to TSGAC Including the following:

4:00pm - 4:45pm: Budget Update

TSGAC will receive a budget update and be briefed on details pertaining to the President's 2026

budget proposal.

Jillian Curtis, Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, /HS

4:45pm -5:00pm: Affordable Care Act/Indian Health Care Improvement Act {ACA/IHCIA) Update

This discussion will provide an update e �ACA/IHCIA initiatives, including an overview of the

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5:00pm: Recess

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9:05am - 9:25pm: SGCETC Update

Jay Spaan, Executive Director, Self-Governance Communication & Education Tribal Consortium

(SGCETC)

Tracy Sanchez, Acting Director, ORAP, /HS

Raho Ortiz, Director for Division of Business Office Enhancement, /HS

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9:00am -9:05am: Opening Prayer ��

:25am -1 O:OOam: Office of Resource Access and Partnerships (ORAP), IHS

Acting Director and Director for Division of Business Office Enhancement will provide an overview of

Qhe program and requests assistance with gathering data for the Unmet Needs Report

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Contract Support Cost (CSC) Implementation: The IHS will provide an update on how CSC

third-party reimbursements are implemented after the Beccera v. San Carlos Apache Tribe

decision.

1 O:OOam - 11 :30am: Discussion with Acting IHS Director

During the open discussion, TSGAl members have an opportunity to raise issues or questions from

their Area with !HS leadership.

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IHS Tribal Advisory Committee List: At the previous two TSGAC meetings, the IHS and

TSGAC discussed the possibility of streamlining and combining IHS Tribal Advisory

Committees and creating one committee that will advise on all matters, like HHS STAC. The

reason this is being considered is to reduce the time and resources needed to keep these

committees moving forward. TSGAC, FAAS, and Budget Formulation are the only three

committees that are mandated by law. In our last discussion, the IHS said they were

developing a report that identifies all the committees, the purpose of each, and w

, ho serves

on those committees. The IHS will provide TSGAC with an update and identify the next steps.

Possible topics may include:

• !HS PATH-EHR

• Executive 0rders

• IPA/MOA's'

• Headquarters Reorganization & Consultation -DTLL June 13, 2025

• Other items identified during Tribal Caucus or Open Session

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OTSG Director: The IHS will provide an update and tlmeline on when the TSGAC can expect

the OTSG Director position to be filled permanently.

Stacey Ecoffey, Deputy Director, Intergovernmental Affairs, /HS

Rena Macy, Acting Director, OTSG, /HS

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Chris Anoatubby, Lt. Governor, Chickasaw Nation, and TSGAC Chair

P. Benjamin Smith, Acting Director, Indian Health Service (/HS)

11 :30am-1:OOpm: Lunch/Executive Lunch (lunch pro_yided for TSGAC members, technical ad.visors;

and invited guests)

1 :OOpm - 1:30pm: Discussion with USDA Leadership on Food and Nutrition Programs and the

Expansion of Self-Governance

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Jennifer A. Webster

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From:

1 :30- 2:00pm: Discussion with the Senior Advisor to the HHS Secretary

Mark Cruz, Senior Advisor to the Secretary, HHS (invited)

2:00pm-2:45pm: HHS Reorganization

On March 27, 2025, it was announced that HHS will undergo a significant reorganization. The

restructuring is intended to streamline operations, reduce costs, and consolidate agency functions.

Tribal Nations have concerns about reducing and consolidating agency functions and the impacts to

Tribal services and programs. TSGAC will learn what changes will be made at HHS, including the new

Administration for a Healthy America (AHA) and how these changes may impact the tribal health

system, including the !HS.

Devin De/row, Principal Advisor for Tribal Affairs, HHS (invited)

2:45pm-3:00pm: Break

3:00pm-3:30pm: CMS Update -�"'it.. W\�

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3:30pm-4:00pm: Self-Governance Expansion to HHS Programs-Status Update

Winn Davis, Congressional Relations Director, NIHB

Jay Spaan, Executive Director, SGCETC

4:00pm-4:45pm: VHA Office ofTribal Health

Dr. Christie A. Prairie Chicken, Director, VHA Office of Tribal Health

David "Clay" Ward, Office of Tribal Government Relations

4:45pm: Adjourn

Any TSGAC Technical Workgroup work will be handled via email.

Sent:

To:

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Subject:

Scott Dacey <sdacey@pacellp.com>

Monday, July 21, 2025 7:59 AM

Melinda J. Danforth; Cheryl-Aliskwet J. Ellis; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Jennifer A.

Webster

Kevin Eastman; Devin Rhinerson; Ash Arnett

DC Schedule

Below find our schedule for this weel<. I understand your travel schedules may not allow you

to make all of the visits outlined below- don't worry about that as other tribal leaders will also

be attending these meetings. Specifically, Chairman Charles Martin from Morongo and

Assistant Chief Patricia Leach from Catawba will also be attending the meetings.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Scott

Oneida Schedule

Monday, July 21 -Vice-Chairman Stevens

12:00 - Government to Government Meet & Greet, JW Marriott Hot�I, 1331 Pennsylvania

Ave, NW, Salon D, Ballroom Level·

3:00 - Return to Hotel

5:15- Meet Scott and Kevin -The Monocle, 107 D Street NE, Meeting prep

6:00 - NRSC Majority Makers Dinner - The Monocle, 107 D Street NE

Tuesday, July 22 - Morning Vice-Chairman Stevens - Afternoon Councilwoman

Webster

8:30 - NRSC Native American Coalition Breakfast, 425 Second Street NE

10:30 - Senate Indian Affairs Committee, Room 833 Hart Senate Office Building,

Predictive Wagering and CFTC

1:00 - National Indian Gaming Commission, 550 12th St SW Ste. 900, Predictive

Wagering and CFTC

2:00 - Oneida Check Drop, Capitol Hill Club, 300 First Street SE, Second Floor,

Presidential Dining Room

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3:30 - Senate Indian Affairs Committee - Majority, Room 833 Senate Hart Office Building,

Predictive Wagering and CFTC

Tuesday, July 22

6:00 - Fundraiser for.Cong. David Schweikert (R-AZ), 409 New Jersey Ave SE. Speaker

Johnson is expected to attend this event.

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1:00 - National Indian Gaming Commission, 550 12th St SW Ste. 900, Predictive

Wagering and CFTC - Scott and Devin

Catawba, Morongo, Devin and Scott

2:00 - Check Drop with Congressman Tim Moore (R-NC) and Tony Wied (R-WI),

Capitol Hill Club, Presidential Dining Room

Catawba, Oneida (Jenny Webster), Kevin and Scott

2:30 - The Oversight and Investigations subcommittee of the House Natural Resources

Committee will be holding a hearing titled "Examining the Trump Administration's Work

Combatting Transnational Cartels in Indian Country". Room 1334 Longworth House

Office Building

Morongo, Devin or Ash

3:30 - Senate Indian Affairs Committee - Minority, Room 833 Senate Hart Office

Building

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Morongo, Scott

6:00- Fundraiser for Cong. David Schweikert (R-AZ), 409 New Jersey Ave

SE. Speaker Johnson is expected to attend \his event.

Morongo, Oneida, Scott

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Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - 2025 Women are Sacred Conference -...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

2. Session:

IZJ Open

09/26/25

D Executive - must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Approve Travel Report -Jennifer Webster 2025 Women

Are Sacred Conference Milwaukee, WI July 29, 2025- July 31, 2025

3. Requested Motion:

D Accept as information; OR

Approve Travel Report- Jennifer Webster 2025 Women Are Sacred Conference

Milwaukee, WI July 29, 2025- July 31, 2025

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

D Finance

D Law Office

D Gaming/Retail

IZJ Other: Oneida Business Committee

IZJ Programs/Services

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D Bylaws

D Fiscal Impact Statement

D Contract Document(s) D Law

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D Legal Review

D Draft GTC Notice

D Minutes

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D E-poll results/back-up D Petition

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Travel Event:

2025 Women Are Sacred Conference

Travel Location:

Milwaukee, WI

Departure Date:

07/29/2025

Return Date:

07/31/2025

Projected Cost:

$ 2023.80

Actual Cost:

$ 1,146.68

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

06/25/2025

Narrative/Background:

The National Indigenous Women's Resource Center held their Conference "Committed

to Our Relatives/Tradition in Our Hearts, Future in Our Hands" on July 29-31, 2025 in

Milwaukee, WI. This conference is only held every other year and this was the first

time it was held in the Midwest Region.. The Women Are Sacred Conference is one of

the oldest and largest gatherings of advocates, survivors, tribal domestic and sexual

violence programs, tribal community members, tribal leadership, and law

enforcement, dedicated to ending violence against Native American women and

children. The conference provided opportunities for networking and increasing the

capacity of Tribal Nations, domestic violence and community based programs to

address violence in Tribal communities.

Attached is a copy of the agenda, and Thank You for allowing me to represent Oneida

at this conference.

ltem(s) Requiring Attention:

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.2025 Women Ate Sacrod Conreronco

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Morning Offering: Water Ceremony

6:00AM- 6:45AM J Location: Baird Skyv!cwTerraco-4lh Floor, North Building

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Begin the day with a water ceremony led by the WWHI team. Together, we wlll honor water as life,

acknowledging Its role in our healing, our Identities, and our responslbllitles. Participants wlll learn about the

Importance of our water, and how she carries our prayers, memories, and commitments to future

generations.

Check In & Registration

7:00AM-9:00 AM J locaUon: Balrd Center-4th Floor- DEFG Ballroom

Nourish The Spirlt Recovery Support Group

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM I location: Baird Center - 2nd Floor- North Bulldlng

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A supportive space dedicated to centering peace, mindfulness, and relationship to self and others,

grounded in the wellbrlety movement.

Opening Session

9:00 AM-11:00AM I Location: Baird Center - 4th Floor- OEFG Ballroom

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NIWRC Welcome, Tradltlonal Welcome, Posting of Colors, and Land Acknowledgement

9:00AM -9:30AM

Introductions: Board, Staff, Federal Partners, and C o-Sponsors

9:30AM-9;45AM

ACYF Remarks

9:45AM-10:00AM

Remarks: TSO

10:00AM -10:30AM

Cultural Presentation: Woodland Sky Dance Company

10:30AM-11:00AM

Opening Plenary Session

11:00AM -12:00 PM I LocaUon: Baird Center· <Ith Floor• DEFG Ballroom

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Working Lunch: Presentation ofTlllle Black Bear Memorial Award

12:00 PM-1:30 PM

Breakout Sessions

1:30 PM-3:00 PM I Location: Baird Center- 2nd Floor - North Building

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Drafting Strong Tribal Victim's Rights Codes: Key Considerations for Tribal Justice Systems

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Victims of crime In tribal communities deserve slrong legal protections that uphold their rights and ensure access to

Justice. This session wilt provide practical guidance on drartlng and lmplementlng Tribal Victim's Rights Codes. Using

TLPl's Tribal Legal Code Resource: Victim's Rights Condensed Gulde for Drafting Tribal Vicllm's Rights Codes, the

presentation wlll explore essential vlcUm rights, lncludlng noUflcntlon, participation, and resllluUon. Attendees wm learn

best practices for aligning vlcllm protections wllh tribal values, strengthening enforcement mechanisms, and addressing

common challenges In drafiing and Implementing these laws, This session will equip participants wllh the knowledge

and tools needed to enhance victlm-centered Justice wilhln their tribal legal frameworks.

Securing Shelter. Addressing Alaska's Housing Crisis for Alaska Native Survivors

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Alaska Native survivors of domesUc violence are facing a crlllcal housing crisis In our state. From February 2023 to

June'2024, the Alaska Native Women's Resource Center conducted a comprehensive statewide assessment to Identify

housing challenges and potenUal soluUons for Alaska Native survivors of gender-based vlolence. The findings reveal

that domestlc violence and housing Insecurity are Inextricably linked, creating a dangerous cycle where survivors must

choose between staying with abusers or facing homelessness. With overcrowding rates four times the national average

and over 44% of rural Nallve vlUage households classlned as severely overcrowded, Alaska's housing crisis particularly

Impacts our Alaska Native survivors and their chlldren. These risks are compounded by geographical tsolatlon, limited

services. and socioeconomic factors. Emergency housing Is Umlted and often Inaccessible, while long-tenn housing

remains scarce, expensive, and restricted by complex programs. Seasonal worker and tourist housing further reduce

options for local survivors.

Our assessment proposes slx actlonable steps: Increase funding and Improve service provider collaboration; expand

safe homes beyond DV service providers: llmlt local housing for seasonal workers and tourists; expand current voucher

programs: renovate older or vacant structures; and consider options for removing harm-doers from homes. Progress

requires a shift In priorlUes and resources, with Alaska Native communlUes leading locally-driven strategies that uphold

Trlbal sovereignty and cultural resltlence. Change ts essential to break the cycle of violence and provide safety, stablllly,

and Justice for Alaska Native survivors.

ElevatelUpllft

1:30 PM-3;00 PM

E!evate[Uplift Is a natlonal TA project strengthening sexual assault services for cultural communities and communities

of color. Elevate[Upllfl was born out of the SADI lnltialive, a project with key takeaways and lessons learned. The study

didn't have a strong connection to tribal communltlos. Elevate!Upllft would like to present on the unlquo needs and tho

need for culturally sensltlve services In tribal communities.

Human Rights-Indigenous Rights-Women's Rights: How International law addresses gender based

violence

1:30 PM- 3:00 PM

Breaking the Silence: Increasing Access to Services for Tribal Sexual Assault Survivors

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

This workshop centers a deeply rooted and often unspoken reality: sexual violence within Tribal communities Is

widespread, sllenced, and structurally overlooked. Drawing from a comprehensive communlty•based assessment

conducted with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, facilitators w111 share findings from surveys,

Interviews, and focus groups that reveal tho layered barriers survivors face-Including shame, mistrust, secrecy,

untreated trauma, and lack of culturally responsive services.

Through data storytelling and survlvor-lnfonned dialogue, participants will explore how normalized abuse,

lntergenerallonal trauma, and systemic fallure contribute to a crisis of access. The faclUtators wl1\ discuss the power of

community-driven research and the urgent need for wraparound, culturally grounded, and trauma.Informed responses.

Participants will leave with key Insights from a Tribal-led needs assessment on sexual assault, actionable

recommendations for Improving trust, access, and services for Native survivors, and tools to lnlllate or expand

community-based conversations around sexual violence, healing, and systemic accountabllity.

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Rcclalmlng Power: Understanding and Responding to Mental Hoalth and Substance Use Coercion

Seiving Urban Indigenous Victims and Survivors of Sex Trafficking: Lessons from Project Beacon

1:30PM-3:00PM

3:30PM -5:00PM

This Interactive workshop explores the Intersections of domestic violence, mental health coercion, and substance use

coercion. Participants wll! gain Insight lnlo how unsafe partners manipulate and weaponlze mental health and

substance use to Isolate, destablllze, and exert control. Through scenarios and guided discussions, we wlll examine

common coercive tactics and their Impacts on well-being, autonomy, and the ability to access support.

Project Beacon, funded by the Office for Victims orCrime (OVC), was created lo Increase the quantity and quality of

services currently avaUable to American lndlan and Alaska Native (Al/AN) victims of sex trafncklng who reside In urban

areas. Project Beacon Is meant to help bridge the divide between urban lndfan centers and Al/AN victims of sex

trafflcklng. Join us for a panel discussion and Q&A with grantees as we share about lessons learned as part of Project

Beacon.

The workshop Introduces two practical tools-the •Mental Hea\lh Coercion Palm Card• and the •substance Use

Coercion Palm Card•-providing a framework for.

- Initialing safe conversations about mental �eallh and substance use coercion.

- Offerlng·varidatlng and affirming responses lo survivors' experiences.

- Collaboratlng wllh survivors to develop strategies for access to desired services.

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Advocates and others supporting survivors will enhance their capacily to recognize subtle forms of coercion and provide

more effective, trauma-informed support. This workshop strengthens the bridge between domestic violence services,

mental health care, and substance use treatment to create more comprehensive safety nets for survivors.

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Becki Jord,m

NaUonalProjects Director I Mlnneso\a lndfan Women's Sexual Assault CoallUon

Data You Can Use

3:30PM -5:00PM

Amanda Lyon

TTA Speciollst I Notlonol Center on Domestic Violence. Trauma, and Mental Health

Violence In Indian Country and Alaska Native communities Is a crilical and deeply rooted Issue, shaped by a complex

history of colonlzallon, systemic neglect, Jurisdictional challenges, and lntergeneratlonal trauma. Here's an overview of

what violence In these communllles looks like, what we'vo learned over the past eight years, and how StrongHearts

Native Helpline data can support community-driven solullons.

Victoria Wynocoop-Abrahamson

Training and Technical Assistance Manager I National Conter on Domestic Vio!enco, Trauma, and Mental Health

3:30PM-5:00 PM

Gabriela Zapatn-Alma

Assoclalo Director I National Cantor on Domosllc Violence, Trauma, and Mental Heallh

Restoring Dignity: The Medical Forensic Exam as a Path to Healing

1:30.PM-3:00PM

The experience of sexual violence can strip e woman or her dignity and causes trauma to the mind, body, and spirit.

Typically, with medlcal care In general, the focus Is most often fixated on a physical correction of whatever area of the

body Is Ill or Injured. This type of care does not account for addressing the whole person, the mind, body, and spirit of

the person. If med!cal care after a sexual assault Is not provided In a way that respects the woman as a whole person,

It can compound the harm. Providing medlcal forensic care In a manner that respects lndlvldual tradlltons and healing

needs allows for the care to remain patient-centered while restoring dignity and healing for Tribal women who have

experienced sexual violence.

A WAS Conversation wlth Community: DV Victim Services In Indian Country

1:30PM-3:00PM

•conversations wlth Community" (CWC) centers on the lived experiences or community members to address the

unique challenges In Indian Country due to violence against Native women. This closed session Is a racllltaled

discussion In a seml-struclured group interview wllh tribal leaders, tribal coalillons, advocates, and survivors. This CWC

wnt explore the current landscape of domesUc violence victim services in lndlan Country, hlghlightlng both existing

resources and the unique challenges that Impact approachablllty, avallablllty, and effecUveness. 4 out of 5 Native

women experience some form of vlolence In their lifeUme, and they face murder rates more than 10 limes the national

average. Despite this crisis, there are only 56 NaUve-led DV shelters for 574 federally recognized tribes In the United

States, leaving many American Indian and Alaska Native (Al/AN) survivors without access to safe housing and essentlal

services. Al/AN survivors of domestic violence race compounde� obstacles, Including geographic locallon, jurlsdlctional

complexities, lnsumclent funding, and limited tribal resources and support systems. These challenges make It dlrficult

for Al/AN survivors to utilize emergency shelter, victim advocate services, legal assistance, and other vital resources.

This discussion underscores the Importance of Increasing support for Al/AN DV programs, expanding shelter

avallabllity, and addressing pollcy gaps to ensure AIIAN survivors receive the protection and services needed to heal

and rebuild their Uves. Note: This Is a closed session.

Life In the Shelter: Centering Culture, Care, and Case Management

1:30PM-3:00PM

Strengthening Housing Protections for Native Survivors: Rights, Resources, and Culturally Grounded

Solutions

1:30PM-3:00PM

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Break

3:00PM-3:30PM

Breakout Sessions

3:30PM.-5:00PM I location: Bn!rd Center-2nd Floor� North Building

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Transformative ,Work with Our Relatives: Tribal A d vocate Program Development

We come to !his work as Advocates wanting to make a difference within our own Tribe. Advocate Programs get bullt

because they ere needed In !he community, and al times, In the process, we m!ghl not get the help or support wo need

to create a program that wlll stand the test of time.

This session will discuss how we design an impaclful Tribal AdvocateProgram tallored to the Intricate needs of Native

victims and Survivors of domestic end sexual vlolence. Our methodology ls anchored In a hollsllc framework that

encompasses social change end addressing the competing requlremenls the program has. In this comprehensive

workshop, yau'JI discover how to craft a program that not only addresses the Immediate noeds but also weavos In tho

cultural Identities of Survivors. Participants wlll strengthen their understanding of how to be responsive to the needs of

Survivors whlle also engaging them in social change and social Justice frameworks. Participants will gain an

understanding of buUdlng the framework to ensure they are being responsive to the requirements from their mulUple

funders.

Healing Through Tech Agency: Technology-Facilitated Abuse Training

3:30PM-5:00PM

MMIW: Honoring our Murdered Relatlvos through Culturally Sensitive Medlcolegal Death Investigation

3:30PM -5:00PM

This 1.5 hour presentation wl/l review the medlcolegal death Investigation process In lndlan Country and Alasl<a.

Participants will learn how lo advocate for American lndfen/Ataska Native homicide survivors and the deceased while

promoting tribal sovereignty and respect for Indigenous communities. Government systems can accommodate the

unlquo spiritual and cultural bel!efs around death while maintaining !he Integrity of the lnvesUgative process.

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Supporting Suivlvors of Domestic Violence Navigate Experiences of Sulcldallty: A Response Gulde for

Trlbal A dvocates

3:30PM -5:00PM

Ashlynne Mike AMBER Alert In lndaln Country Act 2018

3:30PM-5:00PM

This workshop explores the Ashlynne Mike AMBERAlert In lndlan Country Act, a pivotal piece or legislation that

strengthened emergency response efforts In NaUve commun!Ues following the tragic abducUon and murder of 11-year

otd Ashlynne Mike In 2016. Participants wlll gain a comprehensive understanding of tho Acts purpose, Its legtslaUve

Journey, and lhe critical gaps It aimed to address In chlld abduction alert systems across tribal lands.

The session wlll also hlghllght the development and Implementation of programs that emerged as a direct result of the

Act, Including tribal access to the AMBER Alert system, enhanced training and technical assistance, and interagancy

collaboration. Attendoes w!ll leave with knowledge of how these efforts are Improving response times, Increasing

community awareness, and ultlmale!y saving ltves.

This presentation Is Ideal for tribal leaders, law enforcement, emergency responders, child advocates, and anyone

Invested In tho safety and well-being of Native youth.

A Summary of the Conversation with Community: Invisible Disablllties

3:30PM -5:00PM

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Kahua Walwal: A Sense of Place

TBD

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

8:45AM-10:15AM

Sheltering Sovereignty: Integrating Trauma-Informed and Culturally Grounded Approaches to

Domestic Violence and Narcissistic Abuse Survivors In Tribal Housing Programs

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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WAS Talks Sessions

5:00 PM-8:00 PM I Location: Balrd Center- 4th Floor-DEFG Ballroom

NSV Dance Fitness Session

6:30 PM-8:0o PM I Location: Baird.Center - 2nd Floor- North Building

Special Event: Bring Your Own Craft

7:30 PM-9:00 PM I Location: Baird Center- 2nd Floor - North Building

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Speclal Event: Dollmaklng

7:30 PM -9:00 PM I Location: Baird Center- 2nd Floor- North Building

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Morning Offering: Sunrise Songs & Giving Thanks

6:00AM - 6:45AM f Locatron: Baird SkyvlewTerrace- ◄th Floor, North Building

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Join WVV'HI at sunrise for a morning of giving thanks and morning songs. As the day begins, we will gather to

honor the importance of sunrise. Welcoming the light wilh joy, reflection, and traditional songs that uplift our

spirits. This pre-session will center teachings on gratitude and the power of starting each day in a good way,

grounded In Indigenous knowledge and cultural practice.

Check In & Registration

7:00AM - 9:00AM I Location: Baird Center- -4th Floor- □EFG Ballroom

Nourish The Spirit Recovery Support Group

7:00AM-8:00AM I LocaUon: Ba!rd Center- 2nd Floor- North Bulldlng

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A supportive space dedtcated to centering peace, mindfulness, and relationship to self and others,

grounded in the wellbrlety movement.

Breakout Sessions

8:45AM-10:15AM I Location: Baird Center- 2nd Floor -North Building

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Strengthening Collaboratlons to Enhance Safety and Services

8:45AM-10:15AM

This workshop w111 focus on strengthening co!laborellons amoiig state funding admlnlstrators, stale domestic violence

coalitlons, local domestic vrotence programs, tribal programs, and other key partners to enhance services and safety for

survivors. This workshop Is specifically Intended for FVPSA State Admlnislralors, state domestic violence coallllons,

and FVPSA Tribal grantees.

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Recognizing and Responding to Elder Abuse In Trlbal Communities: Building Culturally Responsive

Protection Systems

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

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MMIP Peer Support Group development & Integrating Direct Services

8:45AM-10:15AM

This workshop highlights how peer support groups function as essential components within tho MMIP movement while

demonstrating !heir progression Into direct service models. MMIP support groups with lhelr foundations in community,

culture, and rasillence deliver emotional care and advocacy whlle creating connections for families affacted by violence

and systemic neglect

Participants will learn about the guiding principles these support groups opera le under as well as their dedication to

cultural awareness and trauma-senslUve approaches. The session demonstrates essen\lal methods for estabUshing and

maintaining a support group which includes group organization and participallon rules as well as trust development and

outreach methods.

The workshop Investigates developing direct service capabl!ltles whlcll provide essential crisis response support

together with legal advocacy and mental heallh navigation. Participants will examine both opportunities and obstacles

related to this growth through real-world Insights and llved experiences with a focus !raining and Infrastructure

development

The workshop provides service providers and advocates alongside family members with a practical approach based on

cultural understanding to bulld and reinforce support systems for MMIP famlUes whlle respecting the vital processes of

community healing and Justice.

lndlgcnlzlng Harm Reduction at the Intersection of Domestic Vlolenco, Mental Health, and Substance

Use

8:45AM-10:15AM

Indigenous communities of Turtle Island are grounded In cultural teachings that center the strength of the feminine

spirit, the sacredness of med[cinal plcmts, and our innate connections with the spirit world and one another. Today,

these teachings are anon labeled as harm reducllon. These lnlarconnected teachings have diminished over the

centuries due to historical and lntergenerallonal trauma, stigmatizing Indigenous survivors experiencing the intersectlon

or domesllc violence, substance use, and mental health.

It Is through these teachings, that we as advocates and service providers, must continue to utillze to support Indigenous

survivors. In this workshop, we wlll center survivors' experiences and reconnect with Indigenous teachings that uplift

harm reduction values and disrupt historical and Intergenerational trauma at the Individual, community, and JnsUlutlonal

levels. By reconnecting and Identifying these harm reduction values, It provides an opportunity for participants to

collaborate and discuss the variety of ways we can reclalm and uplift the experiences of Jnd!genous women, children,

and two-splrll relatives that have or am experiencing the Intersection of domesticviolence, substance use, end mental

health.

Calling your Spirit Home: Strategics for Taking Care of Yourself

8:45AM-10:15AM

Walking alongslde victims of crime as they heal and connect to themselves, relatives, and the broader community can

be a difficult Journey with ups, downs, and potentlal setbacks. As vlcllm service providers, community members, and

Tribal leaders, we can feel the heaviness of carrying our relatives' stories. Creating a support network, leanlng on

tradltlonal practices, and remembering tile resllience of NaUve people can sustain us and strengthen our ability to move

through our difficult emotions so we can support loved ones In their struggles. Join lhis conversation hosted by the

O rflce rorVlcUms of Crime (OVC) Tribal VlcUm Services Tralnll'!9 and Technical Assistance (f-VSTTA) lo learn about

harnessing the power or tradltlonal healing, taking care of yourself, and cullivatlng compassion in challenglng situations.

A WAS Conversation with Community: Traumatic Brain Injury

8:45AM-10:15 AM

A •converseUon with Community" (CWC) centers on lhe lived experiences of community members to address the

unique challenges In Indian Country due to violence against NaUve women. This closed session Is a facllllated

discussion in a semi-structured group Interview with participants who have llved experience or have provided support to

survivors. This CWC wlll rocus primarily on traumatlc brain Injury (TBI) among Native women survivors of domesUc

vlolence. Vlolence, including traumatic Impacts to the head, strangulation, and choking, are among the leading causes

orTBI. These actions can cause temporary to nrelong damage to the brain, resulltng In behavloral/cognltlve symptoms,

altered perception symptoms, and/or negatively impact physical symptoms. Some common symptoms caused by TBI

are concussions, memory loss, balance problems, irrttablllty, inability to focus or pay attention, headaches, and many

other unseen effects. The Impact of TBI can be deb!Otaling, interfering with dally function and disrupting the dynamics or

relationships. The National Indigenous Women's Resource Center (NIWRC) alms lo Identify lhe most effective ways lo

support survivors living with TBI.

Working at the Intersection of Housing Insecurity/Homelessness and Human Trafficking

8:45AM-10:15AM

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Shelter Basics: The Day-to-Day Operations of Native Safe Houses

I 8:45AM-10:15AM

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10:15AM-10:30AM I Location: Baird Conter- 2nd Floor- North Building

Breakout Sessions

10:30AM-12:00PM I Localion: Baird Center- 2nd Floo r - North Buildlng

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Utilizing VAWA 2022 Special Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction to address Safety In Tribal Communities:

Lessons Learned, Practical Tips, and Avallable Resources

10:30AM-12:00PM

NCAI VAW Task Force Working Group Discussion to Restore Sovereignty and Increase Women's

Safety

10:30AM-12:00PM

Kuleana: Sacred Responslbllltles

10:30AM -12:00PM

Creating Safe Spaces

10;30AM-12:00PM

This will be a safe and sacr�d space to share your thoughts, your lrulhs, your successes, and even your challenges

and failures as we continue the vital work of supporting vlcUm-survtvors In lndlan Country and Alaska Native

communities.

Lunc h on your Own

12:00PM-1:30PM

Breakout Sessions

1:30PM-3:00PM I Location: Baird Center-2nd Floor-North Building

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"Voices from tho Land: Digital Storytelling & Land-Bas e d Healing for First Nations Survivors" An

Experiential Training in Culturally-Rooted Tools for Wellness & Transformation

1:30PM-3:00PM

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Creating a transnational Indigenous women's movement: ILRC work In Peru

1:30PM-3:00 PM

Soul Retrieval Through Mcdltatfon: Creating A Space for Healing

1:30PM-3:00PM

In the Oglala Sioux splrltual tradition, It emphasizes the Importance of wholeness and balance In the Individual. This

Interactive workshop will address the practice of meditation as a positive tool for (soul toss).

Many indigenous women who have faced domesllc violence, cultural and personal trauma are subjected what Js

roferred to as soul loss. Soul loss Is described In many Ingenious cultures as the bellef that a person's soul can become

fragmented or lost due to trauma, Illness or other overwhelmlng circumstances.

Through splritual practices like meditation, It allows the lndlvldual to regain balance and re9toraUon.

Meditation is an Inward Joumoy and a practice that Involves systematic calmlng of tho mind and body and leads to

greater self-awareness.

We acknowledge the strength It takes to do this work- end lhe weight ll onen carries. Whether you're a frontnne

advocate, a counselor, an elder, or someone Impacted by vlalence In your community, yourvolce matters here.

This workshop will Include discussion, Interactive Instruction, and the practice of meditation.

This Interactive session centers tho brltllance of Indigenous survivors, cultural workers, and community leaders who are

relmaglnlng anti-violence work rooted in sovereignty, futurism, and tradition. Grounded in Nlmlipuu teachings and

personal storytelllng, tal slmpsan wlll guide participants through a lransformalive Journey exploring haw our traditional

pracllces, matrlarchal wisdom, and collectlve memory are tools for both surviving and thriving.

This safety training will provide more than physlcal defensive tactics, we'll cover the mindset & heart set our warriors

need to ensure they make it back home. Bring an open mind, open heart along with a pen & paper. We'll dive deep Into

practical measures and steps to take when considering your safely & security, for you, your friends & loved ones.

With laughter, language, and love, we'll tap Into what it means to radically move from trauma lo transformation.

Native youth carry a heightened risk for experiencing violence. Informing them of warning signs. risks, consequences,

and avollable resources Is essentlal to promoting knowledgeable, confident Individuals and safer communities. Thls

workshop will address how lo discuss uncomfortable topics of violence (domestic violence. sexual assaull, teen dallng

violence, etc.) with Native youth. The presentation will Include Information on promoting body sovereignty/consent,

addressing violence In a culturally appropriate way, unique end active ways lo engage teen discussion end auentlon,

and how to respond to teen Inquiries In an lntersecUonal and trauma-informed manner.

Be a Revolutionary: Storying the Future

10:30AM-12:00PM

This session will:

-Offer community-led, culturally based strategies for addressing domestic and sexual violence, trafficking, and MMIR

-Share place-based, land-rooted stories from our Nations

-Introduce anU-carcerat, survivor-led alternatives to sarety and accountability that uplift our sovereignly and ancestral

lntelllgence

-Explore storytelling as a practice of healing, organizing, and pollcy-shlrtlng In Tribal communities

Culturally Honoring Trauma Informed Care for Indigenous Communltles

10:30AM -12:00PM

Honoring Healing: From Trauma-Informed Care to Healing-Centered Engagement

10:30AM-12:00PM

Fireside Session: Advocate Storytelling

10:30AM-12:00PM

Best Practices for Trauma-Informed Care with Native Sex Trafficking Victims

10:30AM-12:00PM

Thls workshop will concentrate on the services offered by Pathfinder Center for Native Sex Trafficking Victims.

Pathfinder Center is the sole long-term shelter In South Dakota that provides unique services speclncaUy tailored for

Native victims of sex trafficking and their children. The workshop will cover trauma-informed approaches and best

practices. Participants will be educated on how to effecl.lvely work with victims, avoid triggers, being more trauma

lnfonncd and assist victims In establishing self-worth, discover their purpos.e, and begin their healing Journey

Rooted ln Care: Housing Practices That Honor Every Survivor's Journey

10:30AM-12:00PM

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The Wlsawa Project• Safety Planning

1 :30PM-3:00PM

Presenting Uncomfortable Topics of Vlolence to Youth from a Cultural Perspective

1:30PM-3:00PM

YohJu, Traditional Indigenous Approaches to Wellbeing

1:30PM-3:00PM

The Guruttu framework Is a Kinship system that promotes the cultural well being or Yolngu people -{AborlglnaJ people

from Northeasl part of Australia).

Bellina will go through the Yotngu metaphor and the fibres that bring women and children together. Especially when

going through Domestic and Famfly Violence.

Through the Gurultu rramework kinship system, Rhoda will try and showcase U10 success, !allures and journey that

Gallwlnku Womens space has gone through In fighting the government and society to use Guruttu to build an

organization and support women and children going through Domestic, Famlly and Sexual violence ln a culturally safe

way.

The Work of the Not Invisible Act Commission

1:30PM-3;00PM

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Reclaim, Rebuild and Heal: The Spirit Journey Healing VIiiage

1:30PM - 3:00PM

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Co-Sheltering SuNivors and Their Pets Together: A Review of Models

Transforming a Trauma Memory Into Healing: A Cultural Perspective (Non Federa)I

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

3:30 PM-5:00 PM

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The experience of sexual violence can strip a woman of her dignity and causes trauma to the mind, body, and spirit.

Typlcally, with medical care In general, the focus Is most often fixated on a physlcal correction of whatever area of the

body Is Ill or Injured. This type of care docs not account for addressing the whole person, the mind, body, and spirit of

the person. If medical care after a sexual assault Is not provided In a way that respects the woman es a whole person,

it can compound the harm. Providing medlcal forensic care In a manner that respects Individual tradlUons and healing

needs allows for the care to remain patient-centered while restoring dignlly and healing for Tribal women who have

experienced sexual violence.

VAWA Sovereignty Initiative Update (non Federal)

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3:30 PM -5:00 PM

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Sheltering Our Relatives

3:30 PM-5:00 PM

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Forensic Nursing Specialist I lntorneUonal Association Of Forensic Nurses

Let's Talk Housing: A Guide for Working with Trlbal Housing

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Break

3:00 PM- 3:30 PM

Breakout Sessions

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM I Location: Baird Center - 2nd Floor - North Building

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Igniting Spaces of Healing: Land & Cultural-Basod Approaches to Ending Violence In First Nattons

C ommunities

3:30 PM-6:00 PM

Strengthening Collaborations to Enhance Safety and Services

3:30 PM-5:00 PM

This workshop will focus on strengthening collaborations among state rund!ng admlnlstralors, state domestlc vlolence

coalitions, local domestic violence programs, tribal programs, and other key partners to enhance services and safety for

survivors. This workshop Is speciflcally Intended for FVPSA State Administrators, slate domes\lc violence coalitions,

and FVPSA Tribal grantees.

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3:30 PM-5:00 PM

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Celebrating All Things Feminine POWWOW+ Threads of C o mmunity Regalia Parade

7:00 PM -9:00 PM I Local!on: Baird Cente r - 4th Floor- DEFG Ballroom

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Morning Offering: Grounding & Breathwork with the Earth

6:00 AM-6:45 AM I Location: Baird Skyvlew Terrace - 4th Floor, North Building

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In this gentle morning session WWHI will guide participants through grounding breathwork, gentle stretching,

and connection to traditional plant medicines. Rooted in land-based healing, this experience offers tools to

support daily balance and wellness. Through connection with the earth beneath us and the air within us, we

will explore simple, powerful practices to stay centered In times of stress or transition.

•participants can bring a small blanket or yoga mat

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Culture As Protective Factors

3:30 PM-5:00 PM

Sharing our story and using culture as a protective factor and a key In our healing Journey. How I've used my lived

experience to be an advocate and tradltlonal healer In my region. From victim lo advocate, to owning my story and

helping others.

Creativo Civil Remedies Against Non-Indian Offenders In Indian Country

Nourish The Spirit Recovery Support Group

7:00 AM-8:00 AM J Loc.:i.Uon: Bolrd Center - 2nd Floor-North Bulld!ng

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grounded in the wellbriety movement.

3:30 PM- 5:00 PM

Breakout Sessions

Violent crime committed by non-Indians against Native people on tribal lands can be challenging for sovereign Tribal

nations to address effectively. Exercising expansive, creative civil Jurisdlcllon (In addition to or as an alternative to

exercising criminal Jurisdiction) can Increase safety and jusUce for tribal communities. Nations subject to Publlc Law

280 as well as smaller tribal commun111es lacklng robust, developed court systems can uutfze these tools to Impose

lmpactful consequences for both lndlan and non-Indian perpetrators.

8:45 AM-10:15 AM / Location: Baird Center- 2nd Floor-North Bultd!ng

Remembering our Sisters: Youth Storytelling, and Advocacy

3:30 PM-5:00 PM

As there is no one way to be affected by the MMIWG2SP+ epidemic, there ls not one correct way to advocate for

visibility and justice. Six young advocates through the Center for Native American Youth's Remembering Our Sisters

Fellowship bri"ng new and dlverse perspecUves to MM1P advocacy. The 2025 Remembering Our Sisters Fellows include

Jori Cowley (Cherokee and Shawnee}, Jadon Shirley (Navajo}, Fabian Mendoza (Muckteshoot), Sophia Madrigal

(Cahullla Band or Indians and Turtle Mountain Chippewa descent), Angelina Hinojosa (Plno!evllle Pomo Nation), Carrie

Johnson (Chickasaw and Pawnee). Finding their way to advocacy through separate Journeys and communities, the

Remembering Our Sisters fellows bring a youth perspective to the MMIP movement, along with each of their

communiUes' stories and practices to combat lhe epidemic.

Please join these fellows In an audience Involved panel discussion on their experiences combattlng the MMIP+

epidemic In their own communities, as well as sharing lhelr current work on advocacy projects. Through the panel

discussion, the Follows will hlgh11ght how the Intersection or culturally-Informed practices, data tracking and digital

storyle\Ung, mental health and substance abuse advocacy and youth-centered practices can progress the fight against

MMIP.. The session will highlight the: Importance of Including youth voices In policy and advocacy discussion to combat

the epidemic and allow sp<!ce for meaningful Intergeneration discussion about the best palh forward for all.

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8:45 AM-10:15 AM

Tech

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

Mens Session

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

Supporting Survivors Together: Bulldlng Trauma-Informed Response Te.ims for Sexual Assault and

Domestic Violence

8:4;AM-10:15 AM

The Awareness Journey

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

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Healing Together: Empowering Native Youth for a Violence-Free Future

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

This session will explore how Native youth can reclaim and strengthen their physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness

by drawing on traditional knowledge and collective healing practices, particularly In response to the deep Impact of the

pandemic on Native communities. Native youth have been on the frontlines of navigating challenges in their

communities, while Imagining a violence-free future for their people.

OFVPS

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

Tribal FVPSA TTA Resource Network Meeting

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

Financial and Reporting Practices for ARP Funding

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

Advocacy Strategies for Survivors with Housing Issues Navigating the Legal System

8:45 AM-10:15 AM

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Break

10:15 AM-10:45 AM I Location: Baird Center - 4th Floor - DEFG Ballroom

Closing Session

10:45 AM-12:30 PM I Location: Baird Center - 4th Floor - DEFG Ballroom

Closing Plenary Session 1

10:45 AM -11:30 AM

Closing Plenary Session 2

11:30AM-12:15PM

Traditional Closing

12:15PM-12:30 PM

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Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Administration for Women and Families (ACF)

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

09/26/25

2. Session:

IZ! Open D Executive - must qualify under § 107.4-1.

Justification: Approve Travel Report -Jennifer Webster

Administration for Children & Families (ACF) Consultation Mille

Lacs, MN August 24, 2025 -August 25, 2025

3. Requested Motion:

D Accept as information; OR

Approve Travel Report- Jennifer Webster Administration for Children & Families (ACF)

Consultation Mille Lacs, MN August 24, 2025 - August 25, 2025

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

D Finance

0 Law Office

D Gaming/Retail

IZ! Other: Oneida Business Committee

IZ! Programs/Services

O DTS

D 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:

D Bylaws

D Contract Document(s)

[ZI Correspondence

D Draft GTC Notice

0 Draft GTC Packet

D E-poll results/back-up

[ZI Other: Agenda Backup

7. Budget Information:

D Fiscal Impact Statement

D Law

D Legal Review

D Minutes

0 MOU/MOA

D Petition

D Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

D Unbudgeted

D Other: Describe

D Presentation

[ZI Report

D Resolution

D Rule (adoption packet)

D Statement of Effect

D Travel Documents

[ZI Budgeted - Grant Funded

0 Not Applicable

8. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Primary Requester:

Revised: 01/07/2025

Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

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B·USINESS COMMITTEE

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Jennifer Webster

Travel Report for:

Travel Event:

Administration for Children & Families (ACF) Consultation

Travel Location:

Mille Lacs MN

Departure Date:

08/24/2025

Return Date:

08/25/2025

Projected Cost:

$1,225.40

Actual Cost:

$ 620.40

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

08/13/2025

Narrative/Background:

The Administration on Child, Youth and Families (ACYF) and the Children's Bureau

(CB) within the Administration for Children & Families (ACF) held 1 of 5 formal Tribal

Consultation on the "Supporting America's Children and Families Act"

on August 25, 2025 in Mille Lacs, MN.

This ACT re-authorized Title IV-B of Social Security Act (ACT). As Primary Delegate for

the Bemidji Area for ACF I also provided a welcome. All the Minnesota Tribes were in

attendance, along with Oneida, LCO, and Lac Du Flambeau Chippewa tribes from

Wisconsin, and no tribes from Michigan.

Consultation primarily focused on: Indian Child Welfare Act, Title IV-B funding, and

Court Improvement Program, remote hearings, and the Preventions Services

Clearinghouse and their impacts to Tribes.

Thank You for this opportunity to represent Oneida at these consultations.

ltem(s) Requiring Attention:

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Requested Action:

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CHIIirREN �FAMILIES

In-Person Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center

505 N. 5th Street

Rapid City, SD 57701

RSVP for In-Person Participation: Tribal Consultation In-Person RSVP

Office of the Assistant Secretary I 330 C Streel, S.W.,.Suite 4034

Washington, D.C. 20201 I W.W/.acf.hhs.gov

CONSULTATION#3-ALASICA

Date: October 14, 2025

Type: In-person

Time: l :30 - 5 PM Alaska Daylight Time

In-Person Location: Hilton Anchorage

500 West Third Avenue

Anchorage, Alaska 99501

RSVP for In-Person Participation: Tribal Consultation In-Person RSVP

July 25, 2025

Dear Tribal Leader:

The Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) and the Children's Bw·eau (CB)

within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) recognize the central role that Tribal

Nations play in the care and protection of children and families. To advance our collaborative

efforts to that end, we extend an invitation to pa1ticipate in f01mal tribal consultation on the

"Supporting America's Children and Families Act," (Public Law 118-258), which reauthorized

Title IV-B of the Social Security Act (Act).

Consultation will focus on the changes to title IV-B of the Act, listed in detail in attached

docwnents, and how they may impact Tribes. In summary, the focus areas are the Indian Child

Welfare Act, title IV-B funding for child welfare agencies, the Court Improvement Program and

remote hearings, and the Prevention Services Clearinghouse.

We are soliciting yow- input as we value your perspectives and experiences, which are crucial as

we work together to implement the Act. The consultation is intended to create meaningful

opportunity for dialogue that enhances the effectiveness of child welfare services for Tribal ""'

Nations and tl1e people they serve.

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We look forward to hearing from you at one or more of the following sessions:

CONSULTATION#1- MINNESOTA

Date: August 25, 2025

Type: In-person and Virtual (Hybrid) Tribal Consultation

Time: 1 - 4 PM Central Time

In-Person Location: Grand Casino Mille Lacs

777 Grand Avenue

Onamia, MN 56359

RSVP for In-Person Participation: Tribal Consultation In-Person RSVP

Zoom Registration for Virtual Participation: Zoom Link Registratiim

CONSULTATION#2-SOUTH DAKOTA

Date: October 10, 2025

Type: In-person

Time: 1- 3 PM Mountain Time

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CONSULTATION#4-WASHINGTON

Date: November 18, 2025

Type: In-person·and Virtual (Hybrid)

Time: IO AM - 3 PM Pacific Time

In-Person Location: University of Washington School of Social Work -3rd floor Conference Room

4101 15th Ave NE

Seattle, WA 98105

RSVP for In-Person Participation: Tl'ibal Consultationln-Pel'son RSVP

Zoom Registration for Virtual Participation: Zoom Link Registration

CONSULTATION #5 - WASHINGTON DC

Date: December 2, 2025

Type: In-person

Time: 2 PM - 5 PM Eastern Time

In-Person Location: Mary E Switzer Building

330 C Street

Washington DC 20201

RSVP for In-Person Participation by November 25, 2025: T1;bal Consultation In-Person RSVP

**This is a Federal Building - Please be prepared to present valid ID to meet security requirements

for building entrance.

Written comments may also be submitted to TribalConsultationACYF@acf.hhs.gov by Janua1y 9,

2026. Please include the following in the subject line: Title IV-B Implementation Tribal

Consultation. A consultation report will be made available within ninety (90) of the final

consultation session.

In addition to these formal consultations, and in response to requirements in the Act, ACF is also

issuing a Federal Register Notice to solicit additional input from the public.

To facilitate preparation for tl1e consultation, please find attached a Children's Bureau Info1mation

Memo of June 18, 2025, Summary of Provisions, Framing Q4estions, and a Side-by-Side

legislative language comparison.

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ACF

Administration

for Children and

Families

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Administration on Children, Youth and Families

2. Issuance Date: June 18, 2025

1. Log No: ACF-ACYF-CB-IM-25-04

3. Originating Office: Children's Bureau

4. Key Words: Title IV-B; Reauthorization; Supporting America's

Children and Families Act

INFORMATION MEMORANDUM

TO: State, Tribal, and Territorial Agencies Administering or Supervising the Administration of

TitleIV-B ofthe Social Security Act.

SUBJECT: NEW Law-Public Law (Pub. L.) 118-258, The Supporting America's Children and

Families Act

RELATED REFERENCES: TitleIV-B ofthe Social Security Act (the Act) as amended by

Public Law 118-258, enacted January 4, 2025.

PURPOSE: To inform states and Tnoes ofenactment ofthe Supporting America's Children. and

Families Act.and provide information on the new law.

BACKGROUND: _The Supporting America's Children and Families Act, Pub. L. 118-258, was

signed into law on January 4, 2025. This law reauthorizes and amends titleIV-B programs. The

major changes are described below (please refer to attachment A for the complete amendments).

EFFECTIVE DATES: The amendments made by the Supporting America's Children and

Families Act take effect on October 1, 2025, and apply to titleIV-B payments for calendar

quarters beginning on or after such date.

For States: A delay is permitted ifthe Department ofHealth and Human Services (HHS)

determines that legislation (other than legislation appropriating funds) is required for a

state to meet the additional title IV-B plan requirements imposed by this legislation. The

delay is defined as the first day ofthe first calendar quarter beginning after the first

regular session ofthe state legislature that begins after the date ofthe enactment (sec. 117

ofPub. L. 118-258).

For Indian tribes, tribal organizations, or tribal consortiums: Ifa Tnoe requires time

to take action to comply with the additional requirements imposed by this legislation, HHS

will provide the Tnoe with such additional time as determined necessary.

INFORMATION:

R�utho_rization:

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Reauthorizes appropriations for titleIV-B, subpart 1 through FY 2029 at the current

authorization level of$325,000,000 per fiscal year (FY) (sec. 425 ofthe Act).

Reauthorizes mandatory and discretionary appropriations for titleIV-B, subpart 2 through FY

2029. o Mandatory Appropriation: Maintains the current mandatory appropriation of

$345,000,000 for FY 2025 and increases the mandatory appropriation for FYs 2026-2029 to

$420,000,00 (sec. 436(a) ofthe Act). o Discretionary Appropriation: Reauthorizes the

discretionary appropriation at the current level of$200,000,000 for FYs 2025-2029 (sec. 437(a)

ofthe Act).

Summarv of Provisions Rela�ting to State and Tribal Title IV-B Formula Grants:

Title IV-B, subpart 1 Stephanie Tubbs Jones Child Welfare Services Program:

Amendments to Tztle IV-B, Subpart 1 Plan Requirements:

o Plan Administration: Provides that a "state agency" will administer/supervise the

administration ofthe titleIV-B, subpart 1 plan, removing the requirement that the agency

that administers the Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) under title XX ofthe Act must

also administer the titleIV-B, subpart 1 plan (sec. 422(b)(l) ofthe Act).

o Legal Representation: Requires agencies to describe the steps they will take to ensure that

information about available independent legal representation in specified child welfare

proceedings are provided to the child, as appropriate, and the child's parent, legal guardian

or individual who has legal custody (sec. 422(b)(4)(C) ofthe Act). o The Indian Child

Welfare Act of1978 (ICWA): Expands the current state plan requirement directing

agencies to consult with Tnoes and describe specific measures taken to comply with ICWA

to now also describe how the state will ensure timely notice to Tribes ofstate custody

proceedings and placements involving Indian children and case recordkeeping related to

transfers ofjurisdiction, termination ofparental rights, and active efforts (sec. 422(b )(9) of

the Act).

o Health Care Oversight and Coordination Plan: Requires agencies to modify their titleIV

B Health Care Oversight and Coordination plan to include consultation with mental health

agencies and providers in the development ofthe plan, descnoe the steps taken to ensure

continuity ofmental as well as physical health services, and expand the description of

oversight ofprescription medications to include informed consent ofyouth, and compliance

with professional practice guidelines (sec. 422(b)(15)(A) ofthe Act). o Monthly

Caseworker Vzsits: Requires agencies to descnoe how they may offer virtual monthly

caseworker visits to youth in foster care aged 18 and older who have consented to receiving

virtual visits (sec. 422(b)(17) ofthe Act).

Elimination ofFinancial Penalties Relating to Caseworker Vzsit Perjorma,,ce Standards:

Eliminates the reduction in Federal Financial Participation for states not meeting targets for

monthly caseworker visits with children in foster care (sec. 424(£) ofthe Act).

• Tribal Funding and Flexibilities:

o Revises direct payments to Tribes to require that HHS reserve 3 percent from the titleIVB,

subpart 1 appropriation prior to allotting funds to states (sec. 423(a)(1) and 428(a) ofthe

Act). Previously, titleIV-B, subpart· 1 had no specific set aside for tribal awards; instead,

allotments have been deducted from amounts otherwise allotted to the state(s) in which the

Tribe is located. Tribal allotments from the new set aside will be based on the Tnoe's

population ofchildren under age 21 (sec. 433(a) ofthe Act).

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o Allows HHS to modify any title IV-B reporting requirement for Tribes whose allotment

i;t!der title IV-B, subpart I is less than $50,000 (sec. 428(b) ofthe Act).

o Allows Tribes to substitute a weighted average offederally negotiated indirect cost rates for

administrative cost caps required in sec. 422(b)(l4) and 424(e) ofthe Act (sec. 428(c) of

the Act).

Title IV-B, subpart 2 MaryLee Allen Promoting Safe and Stable Families Program (PSSF):

• Definitions:

o Expands and modifies definitions of''famiiy preservation services," ''famHy support

services," and ''family reunification services" and clarifies that kinship care families are

eligible for services (sec. 43l(a)(l)-(2) and (7) ofthe Act). Includes mentoring as a ''family

preservation service" (sec. 431 (a)(l )(G) and (12) ofthe Act).

o Adds a definition for ''family resource center" to mean a co=unity or school-based hub of

support services for families that builds communities ofpeer support for families, among

other things (sec. 43l(a)(l0) ofthe Act).

o Adds a definition of"youth" to mean an individual who has not attained 26 years ofage

(sec. 43l(a)(ll) ofthe Act).

• Amendments to Tl/le IV-B, Subpart 2 PSSF Plan Requirements:

o Policies Relating to Poverty and Neglect: Requires agencies to provide a description of

policies, including training for employees, to address child welfare reports and

investigations ofneglect concerning living arrangements and subsistence needs to prevent

the separation ofa child from a parent solely due to poverty, to ensure access to support

services for i=ediate needs (sec. 432(a)(ll) ofthe Act).

o Involving Youth and Families with Lived Experience: Requires agencies to consult with

youth and families with lived experience in child welfare systems, in addition to the

nonprofit and co=unity-based organizations currently required, and to make a report

publicly available on how the agency has implemented the youth's suggestions (sec.

432(b)(l ) ofthe Act).

• Tribal PSSF Funding and Set-aside: No changes are made to the tribal funding formula for

FY 2025. Beginning in FY 2026:

o The 3 percent set-aside for Tn"bes is applied to the full mandatoi:y appropriation before

applying set-asides for the Regional Partnership Grants and Monthly Caseworker 'visit

grants (sec. 436(b)(2) ofthe Act).

o The 3 percent set-aside ofthe discretionary appropriation for Tribes remains unchanged

(sec. 437(b)(3) ofthe Act).

o A Tn"be may receive PSSF funds ifit qualifies for an allotment ofat least $ I 0,000 based on

mandatory and discretionary funds combined (sec. 432(b)(2)(B) ofthe Act).

• Monthly Caseworker Visit Grants:

o Purpose: Beginning in FY 2026, funds must be used to improve the quality ofmonthly

caseworker visits with an emphasis on reducing caseload ratios and administrative

burden, improving caseworker safety, technology solutions, mental health resources for

caseworkers, and recruitment campaigns to attract qualified caseworker candidates (sec.

436(b)(3) ofthe Act).

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o Funding: Retains the reservation of$20,000,000 from the mandatoi:y appropriation for

states and territories in FY 2025. In FY 2026 and each year thereafter, increases the

reservation to $26,000,000 and modifies the allotment formula by establishing a new

base amount of$100,000 (sec. 436(b)(3) ofthe Act).

Court Improvement Program:

o Purpose: Expands the program puxposes to include support for assessing and

implementing strategies around continuity ofservices including using technology to

allow remote court proceedings (sec. 438(a)(l )(F), (2)(C), and (3) ofthe Act).

o Funding: Retains the current 3.3 percent set-aside from the discretionary appropriation

for FYs 2025-2029 (sec. 437(b)(2) ofthe Act). Retains reservation of$30,000,000

from the mandatoi:y appropriation for the Court Improvement Program in FY 2025. In

FY 2026 and each year thereafter increases the reservation to $40,000,000 (sec.

436(b)(l) ofthe Act). Increases annual funding for Tnoal Court Improvement grants to

$2,000,000 from $1,000,000 for FYs 2026-2029 (sec.

438(c)(3) ofthe Act).

Title IV-B, Subpart 3: Common Provisions

• Reduction ofAdministrative Burden: Requires that HHS reduce administrative burden on the

title IV-B program to eliminate duplication and streamline reporting requirements to reduce the

number ofhours required for compliance by at least 15 percent. Within 2 years ofenactment,

HHS must notify grantees of any changes made and within 3 years must submit a report to

Congress on efforts to comply (sec. 441 ofthe Act).

• Public Access to State Plans: Requires HHS to create a standardized title IV-B plan format,

make plans available on a public website, produce comparisons and analyses oftrends, and

include aggregated national su=aries ofstate submissions (sec. 442 ofthe Act).

Summary of Provisions Relating to Title IV-B, Subparts 1 and 2 Competitive Discretionary

Grants

Grants Supporting Collaboration Between State Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice

Systems: Establishes a $10,000,000 cap on grants authorized in sec. 429A to enhance

collaboration between state child welfare and juvenile justice systems (sec. 423(a)(2)(A) ofthe

Act). Continues current requirement that grants must be funded in any year in which the total

appropriation for title IV-B, subpart 1 exceeds $270,000,000.

• Kinship Navigators: Renames sec. 427 ofthe Act to Kinship Navigators (previously Family

Connection Grants) and prescn"bes revised requirements for puxposes and applications (sec.

427 ofthe Act). Beginning in FY 2026 and through 2029, grants are funded at $10,000,000

. annually from a set-aside in the title IV-B, subpart 2 discretionary appropriation (sec. 437(b)(6)

ofthe Act).

Regional Partnership Grants (RPG):

o Reauthorizes appropriations through FY 2029 (sec. 437(a) ofthe Act).

o Makes the following revisions: Broadens the pmposes ofthe program to expand the scope

ofevidence-based services that may be approved by the Title IV-E Prevention Services

Clearinghouse in sec. 476(d) ofthe Act; adds to the list ofentities that may be partners;

sufficient planning requirements; considerations in awarding grants; and the performance

indicators (sec. 437(f)(l), (2), (3)(B), (6), and (8) ofthe Act).

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o Maintains the set-aside from the title IV-B, subpart 2 mandatory appropriation of

$20,000,000 in FY 2025 and increases to $30,000,000 for FY 2026 and each year thereafter

(sec. 436(b)(4) of the Act).

o Reserves at least $1,000,000 from the 3.3 percent set-aside in the discretionary

appropriation for title IV-B, subpart 2 to support local RPG site evaluations with the goal of

publishing and submitting evaluation findings to the Title IV-E Prevention Services

Clearinghouse or to award grants to allow current/former RPG grantees to analyze, publish,

and submit clearinghouse data collected during past grants (sec. 435(c)( l ) and 437(b)(l ) of

the Act).

Prevention Services Evaluation Partnership Grants: Beginning in FY 2026 and through

2029, sets aside $5,000,000 from the title IV-B, subpart 2 discretionary appropriation for

competitive grants to support the timely evaluation of Title IV-E Prevention Services in sec.

47l(e) of the Act or Kinship Navigator Programs in sec. 474(a)(7) of the Act (sec. 435(£) of the

Act). Provides requirements for eligible entities, grant applications, priorities, external

evaluations, grantee reports, and requires HHS to report to Congress annually on the grants

(sec. 435(£) and 437(b)(5) of the Act).

Grants to Support Meaningful Relations/zips Between Foster Children and Incarcerated

Parents of Children in Foster Care: Authorizes $35,000,000 for each FY 2026-2029 for

demonstration grants to eligible state partnerships to develop and implement support programs

enabling and sustaining relationships between foster children and their incarcerated parents

(sec. 439 of the Act). Presences requirements for eligible partnerships, program planning, grant

application, program activities, technical assistance, evaluations, and reports to Congress.

Allows HHS to modify grant requirements for Tribes if HHS determines it is appropriate to the

needs, culture, and circumstances of the Tnl,e (sec. 429(g) ofthe Act).

Additional HHS Requirements:

Effective Implementation of ICWA: Creates new sec. 429B of the Act on improving state

compliance with ICWA.

Requires HHS, in consultation with Tnl,es and states, to develop a plan no later than

October 1, 2025, to provide technic;:al assistance to support the effective implementation of

ICWA. The technical assistance plan must be based on data sufficient to assess state

strengths and areas for improvement in implementing Federal standar� established under

ICWA (sec. 429B(a) of the Act).

o Requires the Department ofInterior, at the request of HHS, to provide guidance and

assistance necessary to facilitate compliance with ICWA (sec. 429B(b) of the Act).

o Requires HHS to report to Congress biennially on state compliance with ICWA and sec.

422(b)(9) of the Act and how HHS is assisting states and Tnoes to improve implementation

ofFederal standards established under ICWA (sec. 429B(c) of the Act).

o Reserves at least $1,000,000 from the 3.3 percent set-aside in the discretionary

appropriation for title IV-B, subpart 2 to support technical assistance to support the

effective implementation ofICWA and the requirements in sec. 422(b)(9) ofthe Act (sec.

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for state court proceedings involving Indian children and state court proceedings that are

subject to ICWA (sec. 438(e) of the Act).

Report to Congress on Regional Partners/zip Grants: Requires that HHS include in the report

to Congress on Regional Partnership Grants whether any programs funded by the grants were

submitted to the Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse for review and the results (sec.

437(£)(9)(B)(iv) of the Act).

Guidance to States on ImprovingData Collection and Reporting for Youth in Residential

Treatment Programs: Within 2 years of enactment, HHS, in collabor_ation with several

Federal agencies and other policy experts, must issue best practice guidance to state title IVE

and IV-B agencies on collecting, sharing, and improving data collection on youth residing in

residential treatment facilities and improving oversight of these facilities (sec. 114 ofPub. L.

118-258).

Report on Post Adoption and Subsidized Guardians/tip Services: Within 2 years of

enactment, HHS must report to Congress on children who enter foster care after an adoption or

legal guardianship. The report must include information on the circumstances of adoption

disruptions and dissolutions, services received, and available services and funding in each state

(sec. 116 of-Pub. L. 118-258).

INQUIRIES: Contact the appropriate Regional email contact listed below.

Region 1: CBReeionl @acf.hhs.gov

Region 2: CBRegion2@acf.hhs.gov

Region 3: CBRegion3@acf.hhs.gov

Region 4: CBRe2ion4@acf.hhs.gov

Region 5: CBRemon5@acf.hhs.gov

Region 6: CBRegion6@acf.hhs.gov

Region 7: CBRegion7@acf.hhs.gov

Region 8: CBRegion8(ti).acf.hhs.gov

Region 9: CBRegion9(ti),acf.hhs.gov

Region 10: CBRegion I O@acf.W1s.gov

Isl

Joseph Bock

Acting Commissioner

Administration on Children, Youth

Families

Attachments:

A- J:>ub_lic_Law_l_l8�258

Disclaimer: Information Memoranda (JMs) provide information or recommendations to states,

Indian tribes, grantees, and others on a variety of child welfare issues. Ms do not establish

requirements or supersede existing laws or official guidance.

435(c)(2) of the Act).

Guidelines for CourtProceedings: Requires HHS to issue best practice guidance every 5 years

for technological changes needed for remote court proceedings. Initial guidance is due October

1, 2025. Requires-HHS to consult with Tnoes on the development of appropriate guidelines

and

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program? Does your state/Tribe have input on changes that would better ensure consistency

across fiscal reporting for these programs? We also appreciate comments on

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