HB 3827
Prohibits an individual from using a gillnet to land salmon in the main stem of the Columbia River.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits individuals from using gillnets to land salmon in the main stem of the Columbia River. To renew a Columbia River gillnet salmon vessel permit, applicants must have used the permit to land salmon in the river during the previous two years. The bill establishes exceptions for those who already have valid commercial fishing licenses and permits from Washington state, as well as members of federally recognized Indian tribes. It also creates a process for appealing permit denial decisions.
Key provisions
- Gillnets are prohibited for salmon landings in the main stem of the Columbia River.
- Renewal of Columbia River gillnet salmon vessel permits requires prior salmon landings in the river within the past two years.
- Exceptions exist for Washington state commercial fishing license holders and members of federally recognized Indian tribes.
- A process is established for appealing permit denial decisions to a Commercial Fishery Permit Board.
- The bill amends existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) related to commercial fishing permits and regulations.
Who is affected
- Commercial salmon fishermen
- Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
- Individuals seeking Columbia River fishing permits
- Washington State commercial salmon fishermen (due to the exception)
- Federally recognized Indian tribes
Notable changes
- Specifically prohibits gillnet use in the main stem of the Columbia River.
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