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.

Connecting One: Minnesota 2026 Broadband Summit

The Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED) is hosting the Connecting One: Minnesota Broadband Summit on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program

A federal program that provides funding for broadband infrastructure and the preparation of a plan by each eligible entity for how to achieve internet for all.

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.

Minnesota Broadband Goals

Goals in statute to guide the state’s broadband development efforts.

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.