Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 287. Animal Industry § 287.126

Sec. 6.(1) Each dealer, broker, livestock trucker, or agent leasing, renting, operating, or owning any livestock yards, pens, premises, or vehicles in which animals are quartered, fed, held, or transported shall keep the yards, premises, or vehicles properly cleaned, disinfected, and in adequate repair as prescribed by the department.The director may restrict the use of a licensed livestock auction facility, portion of a facility, or permitted vehicle, trailer, or conveyance until the licensee can demonstrate that it complies with cleaning, disinfecting, and adequate repair requirements under this act or a rule promulgated under this act.

(2) The application for a vehicle permit under this section shall be on forms approved by the director and shall demonstrate that the applicant meets requirements for registration and vehicle licensing required by this state.

(3) A vehicle, trailer, or other conveyance permitted under this act shall comply with all state and federal requirements for transport vehicles or livestock conveyances, and shall be maintained to ensure the safety and welfare of any animals that are transported in the vehicle. The operator of the permitted conveyance shall allow inspection of the conveyance during normal business hours and when operating, or at any reasonable time agreed upon by the licensee and the director. The director may revoke the permit for an individual vehicle without prior notification for a violation of this subsection.

(4) A licensee shall obtain and maintain during transport any official health certificates, movement permits, or testing forms required by state or federal law.