Which department administers and enforces the Aquatic Nuisance Control Act?

The Aquatic Nuisance Control Act is administered and enforced by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. This department is primarily responsible for protecting the state's natural resources and ensuring environmental health, which includes managing aquatic ecosystems and dealing with invasive species that can disrupt these systems.

The Aquatic Nuisance Control Act focuses on preventing and controlling aquatic nuisances that can adversely affect water quality and biodiversity, which falls directly under the purview of environmental management. The other departments listed have different areas of focus: the Department of Agriculture deals with agricultural practices, the Department of Natural Resources is more focused on wildlife and forestry management, and the Department of Public Health primarily addresses health-related issues. Hence, the core responsibility for the Aquatic Nuisance Control Act aligns with the goals and duties of the Department of Environmental Quality.