May 04, 2012 - Commissioner Mike Rothman today welcomed several new leadership staff to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, and promoted several internal candidates to leadership posts within the Department. Commissioner Rothman, who last year implemented a strategic reorganization of the Commerce Department, said the leadership team he has assembled represents some of the best and brightest in state government.

March 30, 2012 - Commissioner Rothman urges Minnesotans to prepare for severe weather season. Minnesota Department of Commerce launches new Disaster Center website for Minnesota consumers.

March 13, 2012 - Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman announced the continuation of Minnesota’s successful Auto Theft Prevention Grant Program today, awarding 21 local county attorneys, and community organizations with more than $3.8 million to be used exclusively for local programs that aid in prevention of auto theft.

March 12, 2012 - An average of 23 cars are stolen every day in Minnesota – that’s almost one car every hour. Nearly 8,400 vehicles were stolen in Minnesota in 2010 alone, totaling more than $21.3 million in losses. But the state is teaming up with local law enforcement, county prosecutors, and community organizations to stop auto theft before it happens with a statewide auto theft prevention effort.

December 15, 2011 - Commissioner Mike Rothman today welcomed several new leadership staff to the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Continuing his commitment to strengthening the Department’s service to consumers and regulated industries, Rothman is assembling the best and brightest to serve on his leadership team.

October 18, 2011 - A summary of recommendations and action items from the Department's 2011 Financial Literacy Roundtable.

October 18, 2011 - Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman announced today a multifaceted consumer outreach action plan focused on financial literacy.

October 10, 2011 - The heating assistance program provides cost-effective conservation measures to save energy costs for low income households.

September 09, 2011 - The Minnesota Department of Commerce and NAIC offer tips on health, renters, and auto insurance.

August 31, 2011 - Weigh-In on Consumer Protection at the Minnesota State Fair Minnesota Department of Commerce State Fair booth highlight's agency's role in consumer protection