Department of Natural Resources  
Wildlife Division  
Administrative Rules for Endangered and Threatened Species  
Rule Set 2022-11 NR  
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING  
Tuesday, August 30, 2022  
09:00 AM  
Forum/Auditorium  
Michigan Library and Historical Center, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48915  
The Department of Natural Resources will hold a public hearing to receive public comments on proposed  
changes to the Endangered and Threatened Species rule set.  
The rules list those species of fish, plants, and wildlife that are endangered or threatened within  
Michigan. The changes are intended to update the list to reflect the species current biological status.  
The Department of Natural Resources is required, under MCL 324.36503 (1), to promulgate rules listing  
those species of fish, plants, and wildlife that are determined to be endangered or threatened within the  
state. The Department of Natural Resources is also required, under MCL 324.36503 (2) to conduct a  
review of the state list of endangered and threatened species every 2 years and may amend the list as  
needed.  
The proposed rules will take effect immediately after filing with the Secretary of State. The proposed  
issue of the Michigan Register. Copies of these proposed rules may also be obtained by mail or  
electronic mail at the following email address: rostm@michigan.gov.  
Comments on these proposed rules may be made at the hearing, by mail, or by electronic mail at the  
following addresses until 9/30/2022 at 05:00PM.  
Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Division, ATTN: Endangered Species Specialist  
P.O. Box 30444, Lansing, MI, 48909  
The public hearing will be conducted in compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act. If the  
hearing is held at a physical location, the building will be accessible with handicap parking available.  
Anyone needing assistance to take part in the hearing due to disability may call 517-599-1067 to make  
arrangements.  
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