Office of Broadband Development renamed to Office of Broadband Development and Digital Equity, duties and reporting requirements modified, state's broadband goals expanded, multifamily dwelling grant program established, and definitions amended.

This bill renames Minnesota's Office of Broadband Development to the Office of Broadband Development and Digital Equity, expanding its focus to include digital inclusion and equity alongside broadband access. It establishes a new grant program to help multifamily housing buildings (like apartment complexes) improve broadband connectivity, directly benefiting renters in underserved communities. The bill also updates the office's duties to coordinate statewide broadband planning, monitor progress toward expanded state goals (including rural access), and modify reporting requirements. These changes aim to ensure fairer access to digital tools for all Minnesotans, particularly in areas currently lacking reliable high-speed internet.