Tribal Relations
Minnesota law acknowledges a distinct government-to-government relationship between federally recognized Tribal Nations in Minnesota, the State of Minnesota, and the United States federal government. The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission is dedicated to actively engaging with each Tribal Nation in Minnesota in a deliberate and significant manner.
In 2019, the Commission established a Tribal Consultation Policy to direct its interactions with Tribal Nations. The Commission is committed to mutual learning and fostering relationships with Tribal Nations in Minnesota.
Tribal Liaison
As outlined in the Consultation Policy, the Commission appointed a tribal liaison. The primary role of the liaison is to serve as a consistent and responsive point of contact for Tribal Nations in Minnesota, facilitate meetings between Tribal Governments and the Commission, and ensure that they are informed about Commission matters that are relevant to Tribal Nations or their members.
To contact the PUC's Tribal Liaison, please email TribalNations.puc@state.mn.us
Participation Resources
How to get involved
Our decision-making is better when we hear from Tribal voices and get Tribal perspectives on issues under consideration. Your input is essential to a fair and reasonable decision making process.
Participant Compensation
This statute allows eligible nonprofits and Tribal governments to be compensated for their participation in certain Commission dockets.
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