What regulatory jurisdiction does Part 31 of Act 451 grant?

Part 31 of Act 451 pertains specifically to water resources protection and grants jurisdiction to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (MDEQ) over matters related to water quality standards and the management of water resources. This includes the regulation of activities that could impact water quality, including those associated with aquatic pest control, which often involves managing populations of mosquitoes.

In this context, the focus is on the MDEQ's authority to implement and enforce policies that ensure water bodies are protected from pollution and that the ecosystem remains healthy, which is crucial for effective mosquito control strategies that overlap with water quality concerns. The MDEQ’s role in managing water resources inherently includes developing strategies to control pests that thrive in aquatic environments, making it central to addressing mosquito populations in Michigan.

The jurisdiction over pesticide registration and chemical waste management falls under different parts of Act 451 and is not specifically assigned to Part 31, which focuses primarily on water protection. Therefore, the correct answer appropriately reflects the regulatory authority granted to the MDEQ concerning mosquito control strategies in relation to water quality.