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State, cities, counties reach historic agreement on allocating opioid settlement funds
AG Ellison, Gov. Walz, Local Governments, and partners announce a historic agreement to allocate settlement dollars from opioid companies. Cities and counties must sign on by January 2, 2022 in order to participate in the settlements.
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COVID-19 Related Complaints
Although the COVID-19 peacetime emergency has ended, you can still report concerns to our Office. If you believe you were the victim of price gouging (before July 1, 2021), a COVID-19-related scam, or other fraudulent practices, please submit a report to our Office by using the Consumer Assistance Request Form. If you have concerns about an unlawful eviction before July 1, 2021, or another landlord/tenant matter, please submit a report to our Office by using the Minnesota Tenant Report Form.
Temporary Changes in AGO Operations Due to COVID-19
- Publications: The mailing of printed publications has been suspended. (More Information)
- Service of Process: We are temporarily accepting service of process for the State of Minnesota or any State Agency pursuant to state and federal rules of procedure 4 and 5 at the following email address COVID.service@ag.state.mn.us. (More Information)
- Walk-Ins: We are discontinuing the practice of in-person meetings, please contact us by phone or internet. (More Information)
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Know your rights and responsibilities as a fundraiser or donor to charitable causes
The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office serves as the chief regulator of charities in Minnesota. The Charities Division of the Office is dedicated to educating fundraisers and charities about their responsibilities under the law and ensure they comply with the law, and to educating donors about their rights and how to know they are donating to reliable charities with a track record of delivering results. As such, the Office offers resources for the public including tips on researching charities, avoiding scams, and reporting questionable practices.
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Advisory Task Force on Lowering Pharmaceutical Drugs Prices - February 2020 Report
After nearly one year of public study and deliberation, Minnesota Attorney General Ellison’s Advisory Task Force on Lowering Pharmaceutical Drugs Prices has released a report and 14 recommendations for lowering prescription drug prices.
Read the full report or the press release for more information.
CenturyLink Settlement Information
MN consumers who received internet or television service from CenturyLink between July 12, 2011 and the present are eligible for refunds if they were charged more for service than they agreed to pay.
Listen to the AG's New Podcast!
Affording Your Life with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is your podcast about fairness, justice, and consumer information to help you afford your life.
Dose of Reality MN
Overdose deaths from opioids are increasing at an alarming rate. We are losing too many Minnesotans to painkillers, heroin, and other opioids. Use DoseOfReality.MN.gov to learn more about prescription painkiller abuse and how you can do your part to prevent it in Minnesota.