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WA HB1955
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Alicia Rule
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AI Summary
- Raises the age at which a fishing license is required from 15 to 18 years old for recreational fishing in Washington state waters
- Raises the age at which a shellfish and seaweed license is required from 15 to 18 years old
- Redefines "youth" in state fish and wildlife law from 15 years and under to 18 years and under for fishing purposes
- Amends RCW 77.08.010, 77.32.470, and 77.32.520 to implement these age threshold changes
- Sponsored by Representatives Rule and Dent, prefiled February 11, 2025
Legislative Description
Encouraging youth participation in fishing and shellfishing.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Agriculture and Natural Resources2/12/2025
Full Bill Text
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