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OR HB3355

Relating to fish.


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Introduced
01/28/2025
In Committee
01/30/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act tells ODFW to study protocols for stocking fish. (Flesch Readability Score: 78.2). Requires the State Department of Fish and Wildlife to study stocking protocols for salmon and other fish. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the environment not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) to conduct a comprehensive study of fish stocking protocols, with a specific focus on salmon and other fish species. The study will examine critical environmental factors that impact fish survival, including dissolved oxygen levels in water, water temperature, water flows, and potential alternative release locations. ODFW is required to prepare a detailed report, which may include legislative recommendations, and submit it to the Oregon Legislative Assembly's interim environmental committees by September 15, 2026. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the study mandate will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, after which the department will no longer be obligated to conduct this specific research. This type of legislative study is designed to help policymakers better understand current fish stocking practices and potentially improve conservation and fishery management strategies in Oregon.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water with subsequent referral to Ways and Means. (on 01/30/2025)

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