5610-S AMH BUCK OLSE 103

SSB 5610 - H AMD TO H COMM AMD (5610-S AMH APP H2968.1)

By Representative Buck

   On page 4, after line 12 of the amendment, insert:

   "(11) "Salmon recovery strategy" means the strategy adopted under RCW 77.85.150 and includes the compilation of all subbasin and regional salmon recovery plans developed in response to a proposed or actual listing under the federal endangered species act with state hatchery, harvest, and hydropower plans compiled in accordance with RCW 77.85.150."

   Renumber subsections consecutively and correct internal references accordingly.

   On page 6, line 6 of the amendment, after "shall" strike "assist regional recovery organizations in submitting" and insert "gather regional recovery plans from regional recovery organizations and submit the"

EFFECT: Establishes a definition for salmon recovery strategy, and clarifies that the role of the Governor's Salmon Recovery Office includes gathering regional recovery plans for submission to the federal fish services.