Formal and informal, extensive. Mn/DOT and the Legislature have extensive contact. District management and executive staff have regular contact with legislators to discuss specific transportation issues and projects. Special briefings for legislators are occasionally held to acquaint them with Mn/DOT activities. Legislators and legislative staff frequently request information from Mn/DOT, which is regarded as the expert source of transportation-related information, and often contact Mn/DOT offices or districts directly. Mn/DOT provides considerable information and testimony to the Legislature during session about the transportation-related legislation. Mn/DOT has a dedicated Office of Government Affairs.