HB 2626 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

Provides that moneys received by the department from the forfeiture of coastal groundfish in excess of vessel trip or cumulative limits, to the extent those proceeds exceed estimates in the budget approved by the legislature, may be allocated as unanticipated receipts under RCW 43.79.270. Allocations under this provision shall be made only for coastal groundfish management and research.