Approximately 95% of the MR-C Transmission Project is in Minnesota and subject to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) regulatory process. In February 2025, the utilities filed a notice of intent (NOI) with the MPUC to apply for a Certificate of Need from the State of Minnesota. Under current state regulations, the utilities have 12 months from the date of the NOI to file the Certificate of Need application. The utilities anticipate applying to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission for a Route Permit during the third quarter of 2026. Other state and federal permits are also required.  

The remaining 5% of the Project is in North Dakota and subject to the North Dakota Public Services Commission (NDPSC) regulatory process. This process includes obtaining a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity and a Certificate or Corridor Compatibility and Route Permit from the NDPSC and a county/township land use permit. Other state and federal permits are also required. The Project anticipates filing these applications with the NDPSC in 2026 to 2027.