Enhancing steelhead populations with wild broodstock conservation programs.

Summary

The bill directs the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to create and run wild broodstock programs for steelhead in each watershed that has a native population. Volunteers would collect live wild fish and deliver them to hatcheries for rearing and timed release. The goal is to boost steelhead numbers and improve watershed health.

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