WITH VIDEO: Chairman Thayer Delivers State of the Tribes Address to State Legislators at the Wisconsin Capitol

Lac Courte Oreilles Chairman Gordon Thayer delivered the State of the Tribes Address at the Wisconsin State Capitol April 9th.

Thayer urged Wisconsin legislators to improve communication with the state's tribes, primarily speaking about the mining issue and tribal declarations for the 2013 spearfishing season. He also encouraged lawmakers to consult with the tribes before major decisions that impact resources are made.