###### Communications and Public Affairs Department MDU Resources' Communications and Public Affairs Department provides public affairs and lobbying services for MDU Resources and its companies. The department actively monitors, tracks and testifies on legislation affecting our business interests, and spends approximately $250,000 per year on lobbying efforts. The department works closely with state and national trade associations, various state chamber of commerce organizations and other industry groups that share the corporation's position on issues of interest. Department staff members encourage MDU Resources' employees to stay informed on political activities. [...] ###### Good Government Fund PAC The MDU Resources Good Government Fund is a political contributions program for eligible employees. It is a voluntary, not-for-profit political action committee organized to encourage the financial participation of eligible employees in state and federal election processes. The purpose of the Good Government Fund is to receive personal contributions from eligible MDU Resources employees and directors and make contributions to candidates for local, state and federal office who support the private enterprise system and the interests of MDU Resources' constituencies. The Good Government Fund supports deserving candidates from any political party whose voting record or beliefs support MDU Resources' business interests. Whenever possible, Good Government Fund contributions are delivered in person, directly to the candidate, which gives MDU Resources employees an opportunity to describe firsthand the issues that are important to the corporation. Good Government Fund members are encouraged to recommend candidates to receive contributions. The Good Government Fund board of directors reviews all contribution recommendations. MDU Resources' Board of Directors receives an annual report on the Good Government Fund contributions.