Office of Broadband Development

Border-to-border high-speed Internet access is the goal throughout Minnesota. The Office of Broadband Development helps Minnesotans understand broadband options available and work together to improve availability and use of high speed broadband services.

What We Do

Learn about the role of the office in broadband activities throughout the state.

Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program

Federal program that provides funding for broadband infrastructure.

Broadband Task Force

Learn about the purpose and goals of this governor-appointed task force.

Broadband Grant Program

Learn about the Border-to-Border Broadband Development Grant Program.

Line Extension Connection Program

Apply for Broadband Line Extension Connection Program.

Maps and Data, Environmental Permitting, and Reports

Collection of Minnesota broadband maps and data, environmental permitting resources, and reports.

Digital Opportunity

Information that will help with broadband implementation.

Community Planning and Financial Assistance

Community planning resources, tips, and financial assistance options to help pay for broadband services.

Telecommuter Forward! Certification

Apply for Telecommuter Forward! Certification.

Webinars and Recorded Events

Information and resources from OBD webinars and recorded events.

Contact the Office of Broadband Development

Contact information for the Office of Broadband Development.