MN HF4411

State agencies and political subdivisions cannot contract for broadband services unless the internet service provider certifies under penalty of perjury that it will not block lawful content, impair traffic, engage in paid prioritization, or use deceptive marketing practices with respect to Minnesota customers.

Internet service providers are prohibited from blocking lawful content or devices (subject to reasonable network management), impairing or degrading lawful internet traffic based on content or device use, engaging in paid prioritization, or unreasonably interfering with customers' ability to access content and services of their choice.

State agencies and political subdivisions must include contract termination provisions allowing them to unilaterally terminate service and require remunerations if an internet service provider violates the binding net neutrality agreement.

Internet service providers must file certification documents with the commissioner of commerce prior to offering service in Minnesota, under penalty of perjury that they will comply with the prohibited activities restrictions.

Violations are enforced under section 609.48 (criminal penalties) and sections 45.027 and 8.31 (commissioner of commerce and attorney general enforcement), with venue in Ramsey County; exceptions apply to single-provider geographic areas and emergency communications or law enforcement activities.