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2026 Oneida General Election Tribal Elections State, Local, and Federal Elections 2026 Election Candidate Responses 2026 Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates

2026 Oneida General Election

At the January 5, 2026 the GTC accepted the following dates regarding the 2026 General Election:

DATE	TIME	LOCATION	PURPOSE
Saturday, April 11, 2026	10:00 AM	Norbert Hill Center N7210 Seminary Rd 2nd Floor BC Conference Room	2026 Caucus Notice 2026 Caucus Nominee Sheet
Friday, April 17, 2026	4:30 PM (No exceptions)	Norbert Hill Center N7210 Seminary Rd 2nd Floor BC Conference Room	Applications 2026 04 17 – 2026 General Election Application Log
Saturday, May 9, 2026	7:00 AM to 7:00 PM	Oneida Community Health Center 525 Airport Dr. Oneida, WI. 54155 SEOTS 5233 W. Morgan Ave. Milwaukee, WI. 53220	2026 Primary Election Notice 2026 Primary Election Sample Ballot 2026 Primary Election Tentative Results
Saturday, July 11, 2026	7:00 AM to 7:00 PM	Oneida Community Health Center 525 Airport Dr. Oneida, WI. 54155 SEOTS 5233 W. Morgan Ave. Milwaukee, WI. 53220	2026 General Election Notice 2026 General Election Draft Ballot 2026 General Election Tentative Results

Have questions, comments, concerns regarding General Election information and process? Please contact the Oneida Election Board at Election_Board@oneidanation.org.

Tribal Elections

Election Basics

The General Election, and Primary Election (if required), occurs every three (3) years when the Oneida Business Committee is elected. All other elections are Special Elections. Eligible voter may cast a ballot at one of two polling locations at all elections. Picture ID must be presented in order to vote.

Applicants must provide the appropriate documentation, including but not limited to, copies of degree(s), official transcripts, and certifications as proof of qualification for the position in which they seek, where applicable. Those applications that do not have the proper back-up documentation regarding qualifications will be deemed as incomplete and applicant will not be eligible for candidacy.

Election Rules

The Oneida Election Law sets the rules for elections, recounts, and challenges. It also sets the role and responsibilities of the Oneida Election Board.

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Election Board

For more information

Contact the Oneida Election Board at Election_Board@oneidanation.org

State, Local, and Federal Elections

Basic Voting Information

In order to vote in Wisconsin you must:

● Be a citizen of the United States
● Be a resident of Wisconsin for at least 28 days
● Be 18 years old
● Proof of identification when voting at a polling place. A Tribal ID is accepted.
● Not have been convicted of treason, felony or bribery, or have had your civil rights restored
● Not have been found by a court to be incapable of understanding the objective of the electoral process
● Not make or benefit from a bet or wage depending on the result of an election

Registration Deadline: 20 days before the election (or completed in the local voter registration office up to 5:00 PM the day before the election, or completed at the polling place on election day)

Click here for more information about voting.

2026 Election Candidate Responses

In advance of the 2026 Primary Election on August 11, 2026, the Oneida Nation and its conduit fund, Voices For Oneida, invited candidates on the ballot in certain state legislative races to share information about themselves and their campaigns with the enrolled members of the Oneida Nation. Below are the responses that we received for the following races.

Alexia Unertl (Democrat)– Assembly District 4

Why do you want to be elected to the State Assembly?

At my core I am an environmentalist who believes clean air, safe water, and healthy land are the foundation of thriving communities and a strong economy. I want to be in Madison protecting our natural resources, lowering costs for working families, and ensuring our state invests in clean energy and publicly held utilities that put people before corporate profits.

What are your top legislative priorities?

My top priority is lowering costs for Wisconsinites while strengthening the public services we all rely on. First, patients at every stage of life deserve access to affordable healthcare close to home. I support expanding access to BadgerCare, creating a public health insurance option, and lowering the Medicare eligibility age so more people can afford preventive care.

Second, we all deserve affordable, reliable utility services. I support expanding public ownership and local control of essential infrastructure. Local ownership helps keep rates affordable, reinvests revenue into modern infrastructure, expands access to broadband and clean energy, and ensures decisions reflect the needs of the communities they serve.

How would you prioritize the need to balance the state’s budget with other state budget drivers, such as public school funding, municipal aid, Medicaid costs and inflation?

Wisconsin must balance its budget by investing in long-term solutions rather than cutting the services families rely on. I support a fair tax system where the wealthiest individuals and corporations pay their fair share so we can fully fund public schools, strengthen municipal services, expand access to healthcare, and invest in infrastructure. In addition, I support legalizing, regulating, and taxing cannabis for both medicinal and adult recreational use, which would generate revenue while ending the costly criminalization of our workforce.

What proposals would you support for addressing the state’s workforce and housing shortages?

Access to stable, affordable housing is essential to economic security and allows people to live near their jobs, invest in their communities, and build long-term stability. To address the rising cost of living I support raising the minimum wage to a living wage, strengthening unions and worker protections, expanding apprenticeships and technical education, investing in affordable childcare, and supporting publicly owned utilities that keep energy costs low. When working families can afford housing, childcare, and essential services, Wisconsin becomes a place where people thrive.

Do you as a candidate for public office in and of the United States acknowledge the Oneida Nation as a sovereign American government?

I wholeheartedly acknowledge the Oneida Nation as a sovereign nation and recognize its people to be among the First Peoples to inhabit Turtle Island. I consider the culture, language, and identity of the Oneida to be integral to Wisconsin’s history and future. Morally and constitutionally, elected representatives at all levels of leadership must respect the relationship between the federal government and sovereign nations, as well as actively acknowledge and correct instances where local and state governments have interfered with tribal affairs. Our goal should be to engage in collaboration that supports the success and well-being of every resident for generations to come.

What is your position on federally recognized American Indian Tribes purchasing land and placing it into trust status?

I support the purchasing of land and placing it into trust status to protect tribal sovereignty and cultural integrity for generations to come. This process is an exercise in self-governance, as intended by federal law, and rightfully allows tribes the autonomy to manage resources, preserve cultural heritage, and maintain economic stability without overreach.

Shirley Hinze – Candidate for Assembly 6

I’m a very strong advocate for our native population. I’m 70 years old. Shawano was home to my mom; she grew up with the Menominee, went to school with Ada Deer and fished the mighty Wolf as a kid with my grandfather, who was the last justice of the peace here. Fast forward decades, now Shawano is my home, and I’m doing some of the same things she did, not so much fishing the Wolf but kayaking on it.

I remember as a kid seeing the difficulties the tribe faced. From lack of funding to outright hateful racism. As a kid I found it disgusting and even more so now as an adult. And that’s why I reached out to them when I ran for office the first time in 2024 because I knew in my heart someone needed to be their voice in government to address the concerns you stated.

Foremost I am an environmentalist and believe all tribal lands must be protected. Being sovereign nations, what happens on tribal lands is for them to decide, not big corporations. Years ago, I was seated on the Great Lakes advisory committee for Lake Superior. Already then, pipelines were an issue that I thought our committee had addressed only to find now, sadly, the Bad River Tribe is once again facing those same problems.

Today I am still working with the Menominee, am blessed that many have put their faith in me.

But I will continue to highly recommend ALL tribes consider having a member run for office!

Thank you for the opportunity to forward my thoughts to you.