SB 5475 Washington Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Concerning maintenance for salmon recovery projects.

This bill creates a dedicated "salmon recovery project maintenance account" in the state treasury, requiring that 1% of all funds allocated for salmon recovery projects be deposited into it for long-term upkeep. It mandates that all projects receiving funding must include a plan for ongoing maintenance to ensure habitat benefits last over time. The bill modifies existing funding rules to prioritize projects with strong maintenance plans and requires grant recipients to disclose how maintenance funds are spent. This ensures salmon habitat restoration efforts remain effective for decades, not just during initial construction.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 12, 2026 Last action Jan 12, 2026
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Jan 12, 2026
Introduced
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
upper
Feb 10, 2025
Upper · Passed
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Local Government at 1:30 PM.
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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