Gov. Evers Celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day
Governor Tony Evers delivered a radio address celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day, highlighting Executive Order #277.
This order promotes Tribal Treaty Rights and stewardship, including preserving cultural resources and languages, and ensuring sustainable food production like wild rice.
- Creates a new Wild Rice Stewardship Council
- Increases public awareness and education on Tribal Treaty Rights and sovereignty
- Designates the first week of September as 'Wild Rice Week' annually
Governor Evers signed Executive Order #277 on Indigenous Peoples Day at an event with the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe.
Author's summary: Gov. Evers promotes Tribal Treaty Rights and stewardship.