The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is currently revising Wisconsin’s invasive species rule (NR 40), and the public comment period is now open.
- Public comments are accepted through August 7, 2026
- A virtual public hearing will be held on August 5, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
We encourage members and anyone interested in invasive plant management to review the proposed updates and share their feedback.
You can explore the draft rule, economic impact analysis, and revision guide here:
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/invasives/classification
Details on attending the hearing and submitting comments are available in the hearing notice:
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/sites/default/files/topic/Rules/NH0825HearingNotice.pdf
Your input plays an important role in shaping how invasive species are managed across Wisconsin.