Commercial Fishing Gear Testing

Rule-making status: Pending
Rule-making reference: #P2024-18

Summary of proposed rule

The Department seeks to amend the current notice requirements for testing commercial fishing gear in WAC chapter 220-353.

Scope and rationale for proposed rule

The department seeks to clarify requirements for notifying WDFE Enforcement Officers about testing commercial fishing gear for commercial fishing boat owners and operators. 

Public comments

To view and submit comments, please visit the testing commercial gear engagement page.

You may also leave comments by sending an email to 2025commercialgearcr102@publicinput.com  or by leaving a voicemail message at 855-925-2801 and entering project code 11552.

Public hearing

Zoom meeting scheduled on July 14, 2025 at 9am.

Register in advance for this meeting

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you would like to speak with fill out this form 2025 Public Hearing for Commercial Gear by 11:59pm on July 12, 2025. 

Assistance for additional accessibility and persons with disabilities contact:
833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.