Oneida Nation

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
To oversee the governmental affairs for Oneida Nation.

Lobbying Interests:
All areas of government that will or can have an effect on the Oneida Nation.

Contact
MD
Melinda Danforth
PO Box 365
Oneida, WI 54155
(920) 869-4022
mdanforj@oneidanation.org
http://oneidanation.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 98
Assembly Bill 98
Relating to: pupils wearing traditional tribal regalia at a graduation ceremony or school-sponsored event.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/5/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 99
Assembly Bill 99
Relating to: authorization for tribal governments to copy certified copies of vital records for administrative use.

Bill Text and History

2025 Wisconsin Act 4

For
Notification Date
3/5/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 101
Assembly Bill 101
Relating to: requiring school districts to report information related to American Indian children attending school in the school district.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/5/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 109
Assembly Bill 109
Relating to: a lifetime license that authorizes an individual to teach an American Indian language in an American Indian language program and modifying rules promulgated by the Department of Public Instruction. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/12/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 110
Assembly Bill 110
Relating to: the membership of the Professional Standards Council for Teachers.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/12/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 194
Assembly Bill 194
Relating to: modifications to housing programs under the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/16/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 231
Assembly Bill 231
Relating to: creating a tax credit for expenses related to film production services and for capital investments made by a film production company, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/5/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 233
Assembly Bill 233
Relating to: grants to child advocacy centers. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/13/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 237
Assembly Bill 237
Relating to: the age at which an infant is covered under the safe haven law.

Bill Text and History

Undisclosed
Notification Date
5/20/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Concerns with possible conflict with federal policy.
Assembly Bill 257
Assembly Bill 257
Relating to: advanced practice registered nurses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/15/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 85
Senate Bill 85
Relating to: pupils wearing traditional tribal regalia at a graduation ceremony or school-sponsored event.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/7/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 86
Senate Bill 86
Relating to: authorization for tribal governments to copy certified copies of vital records for administrative use.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/7/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 87
Senate Bill 87
Relating to: a lifetime license that authorizes an individual to teach an American Indian language in an American Indian language program and modifying rules promulgated by the Department of Public Instruction. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/7/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 88
Senate Bill 88
Relating to: the membership of the Professional Standards Council for Teachers.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/7/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 89
Senate Bill 89
Relating to: requiring school districts to report information related to American Indian children attending school in the school district.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/7/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 180
Senate Bill 180
Relating to: modifications to housing programs under the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 231
Senate Bill 231
Relating to: creating a tax credit for expenses related to film production services and for capital investments made by a film production company, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/5/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 232
Senate Bill 232
Relating to: grants to child advocacy centers. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2025 Wisconsin Act 13

For
Notification Date
5/13/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 243
Senate Bill 243
Relating to: the age at which an infant is covered under the safe haven law.

Bill Text and History

Undisclosed
Notification Date
5/20/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Concerns with possible conflict with federal policy.
Senate Bill 258
Senate Bill 258
Relating to: advanced practice registered nurses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/4/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Budget Bill Subjects

Administration: Division of Gaming
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Division of Gaming

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Children and Families: Children and Family Services
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Children and Families: Children and Family Services

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Corrections: Juvenile Correctional Services
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Juvenile Correctional Services

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

General Provisions
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Provisions

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Health Services: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Services; Facilities
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Services; Facilities

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Health Services: Quality Assurance Services Planning, Regulation and Delivery
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Quality Assurance Services Planning, Regulation and Delivery

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Justice
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Justice

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Revenue: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Revenue: Departmentwide

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Tourism: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Tourism: Departmentwide

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Tourism: Tourism Development and Promotion
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Tourism: Tourism Development and Promotion

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Transportation: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Departmentwide

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Transportation: Local Transportation Assistance
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Assistance

Notification Date
3/2/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Matters relating to film production incentives and establishing a state film office \ commission.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to film production incentives and establishing a state film office \ commission.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/19/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to regional tourism, parks and recreation efforts.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to regional tourism, parks and recreation efforts.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/19/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to cultural practitioners in youth and adult corrections.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to cultural practitioners in youth and adult corrections.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/19/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters relating to health services medication management.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to health services medication management.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/19/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to Tribal Family Services Program Grant.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to Tribal Family Services Program Grant.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/19/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to elderly transportation grants.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to elderly transportation grants.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/19/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to extension of Medical Assistance postpartum coverage.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to extension of Medical Assistance postpartum coverage.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/19/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to development of programs re: governance, public policy and administration.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to development of programs re: governance, public policy and administration.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/19/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Budget matters related to Native American Tourism of Wisconsin.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Budget matters related to Native American Tourism of Wisconsin.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

DSPS Nursing Home Examining Board Appointment.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DSPS Nursing Home Examining Board Appointment.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to Adult Healing to Wellness Court Program
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to Adult Healing to Wellness Court Program

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to appointments to Boards, Councils, Committees & Commissions: DATCP, DNR.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to appointments to Boards, Councils, Committees & Commissions: DATCP, DNR.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to fantasy sports & online gaming.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to fantasy sports & online gaming.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to illegal gaming.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to illegal gaming.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to retirement of high school Native American mascots, logos & nicknames.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to retirement of high school Native American mascots, logos & nicknames.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to supporting the Tribal provisions contained in the National Prescription Opiate Litigation Funds DHS Proposal for State Fiscal Year 2025
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to supporting the Tribal provisions contained in the National Prescription Opiate Litigation Funds DHS Proposal for State Fiscal Year 2025

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to the Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to the Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to the Legislative Council Special Committee on State - Tribal Relations.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to the Legislative Council Special Committee on State - Tribal Relations.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to the use of tribal gaming dollars.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to the use of tribal gaming dollars.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters related to Wisconsin Indian Child Welfare Act and Federal Indian Child Welfare Act.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters related to Wisconsin Indian Child Welfare Act and Federal Indian Child Welfare Act.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Total Lobbying Effort

No certified reports found.

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

No legislative bills/resolutions found.

Budget Bill Subjects

No budget bill subjects found.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

No topics found.

Minor Efforts

No minor efforts found.

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures