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US HB7515
Bill
Status
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Marilyn Strickland
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AI Summary
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Secretary of the Interior must convey all U.S. rights, title, and interest in Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to the Nisqually Indian Tribe within 90 days of enactment, at no cost to the Tribe
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Covered infrastructure includes 26 specific items: 5 asphalt ponds, 2 dams, 5 wells, fish ladder, incubation room, raceways, pollution abatement ponds, water tower, and various springs and water systems
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Conveyance also includes all associated pipes, electrical and communication conduits, security fences, and roads within the hatchery
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Secretary must finalize a map and legal description of conveyed items, with the map controlling in case of discrepancies; documents to be kept on file at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service offices
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Transfer is subject to valid existing rights and references two maps dated December 3, 2024 depicting the Lower Site and Upper Site
Legislative Description
To direct the Secretary of the Interior to convey to the Nisqually Indian Tribe the Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure.
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
2/11/2026