MADISON – Today, Chairman Robert Van Zile of the Sokaogon Chippewa Community, Mole Lake Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, and the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council delivered the 19th State of the Tribes Address in the Wisconsin State Capitol. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement:
“Today, I was honored to be able to attend the 19th Annual State of the Tribes Address. This address provides an opportunity to strengthen the relationship between our state government and Wisconsin’s sovereign tribal nations, find common ground on issues we can work to address together, and acknowledges the indigenous land we occupy,” stated Rep. Palmeri.
“Our state government and the governments of Wisconsin’s sovereign tribal nations share a commitment to the future generations to come. That is why Governor Evers has included funding for tribal community facilities and citizen housing improvements, tribal child care, and the creation of a Medicaid tribal reimbursement support team in his 2023-25 biennial budget.
“From serving in our nation’s military to being Wisconsin’s original inhabitants and conservation champions, the impact of the 11 sovereign tribal nations of Wisconsin is undeniable. I am excited to continue working toward our shared future and addressing the needs of our communities.”
