We represent consumer interests in all aspects of the regulatory process to ensure that reliable telecommunications services are provided to all at reasonable rates.

• Provide consumer oriented information to help users get the most from their phone service

• Provide lists of long distance and local telephone companies serving Minnesota

• Provide information about low-income phone discount programs

• Investigate telecommunications issues

• Enforce regulations

• Provide decision makers with information and policy alternatives which reflect changing market conditions

• Support availability of telecommunications services at fair and reasonable rates, terms and conditions throughout the state

• Represent the broad public interest for telecommunications issues at the Public Utilities Commission

• Administer the Telecommunications Access Minnesota program

• Promote expansion of Broadband

How to contact us:  

Minnesota Department of Commerce
Telecommunications Division
85 7th Place East, Suite 500
St. Paul, MN 55101-2198
Telephone: 651.296.7107
Fax: 651.297.1959
TTY: 800-627-3529
E-Mail to:telecom.commerce@state.mn.us