The bill amends the "Privately Owned Cervidae Producers Marketing Act" to strengthen regulations governing cervidae livestock operations in Michigan. It redefines "biosecurity" to include measures that prevent disease transmission among cervidae species and shifts oversight responsibility from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The bill clarifies the roles of the director and establishes requirements for cervidae facilities, including the necessity for a comprehensive business plan that details operational protocols, biosecurity measures, and compliance with local zoning laws. Additionally, it recognizes cervidae livestock operations as agricultural enterprises, aligning their rights and responsibilities with other agricultural entities.

Further amendments include a structured application process for constructing cervidae facilities, requiring detailed plans and inspections to ensure compliance with operational standards. The bill mandates that the department notify applicants of registration denials within 60 days, allowing for a second inspection without a new application if deficiencies are addressed. It also reduces the registration duration from three years to one year and introduces a nonrefundable application fee structure. Stricter penalties for violations related to the release of cervidae species are established, categorizing such actions as misdemeanors or felonies, and mandates the killing of remaining cervidae after a flushing process under a permit. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the management and oversight of cervidae livestock operations while protecting wildlife and the environment.