Report on control of aquatic nuisance species
Wis. Stat. § 30.1255
in effect(1) Definition. In this section, “aquatic nuisance species” means a nonindigenous species that threatens the diversity or abundance of native species or the ecological stability of infested waters or that threatens a commercial, agricultural, aquacultural or recreational activity dependent on infested waters.
(3) Biennial reports.
(a) The department shall submit to the legislature biennial reports describing all of the following:
1. The current and potential economic and environmental impact of aquatic nuisance species on the waters of the state.
2. Potential strategies to control aquatic nuisance species.
3. Any geographical areas, public facilities or activities conducted in this state that need technical or financial assistance to reduce the environmental, public health or safety risk that may be caused by aquatic nuisance species.
(b) The department shall submit the report required under par. (a) before October 1 of each even-numbered year as part of the corresponding biennial report under s. 23.22 (6).
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/30.1255Fetched: 10/7/2026