MI HB5844

Removes the phrase "in order" from the department's authority to conduct investigations on fish, plants, and wildlife species to develop biological and ecological data for management purposes.

Clarifies that the department must review the state list of endangered and threatened species within 2 years of the law's effective date and every 2 years thereafter, with authority to amend the list by rule.

Designates American lotus (Nelumbo lutea) as not an endangered or threatened species for purposes of this act.

Streamlines the definition of "plant" in the plant protection statute to use singular forms (e.g., "a Christmas tree" instead of "Christmas trees") and removes the catchall reference to "parts of any plant listed."

Removes North American lotus from the list of protected plants that require a bill of sale or evidence of ownership when cut, removed, or transported.