2019-2020 Washington Salmon: Columbia River, Willapa Bay, Puget Sound, and Ocean Troll/Charter Fisheries

 

Updated
3:30 pm PDT on 4/29/2025

 

Spend Plan – 2019 Washington Columbia River, Willapa Bay, and Puget Sound Salmon Disasters

Spend Plan – 2020 Ocean Troll / Charter and Puget Sound Commercial Salmon Disasters

 

Applications will officially open at 12:00 AM PDT on Thursday, May 8, 2025, and will remain open for a minimum period of 90 days, with no closure occurring prior to 11:59 PM PDT on Thursday, August 6, 2025.

 

Eligibility to apply requires receipt of an official mailed notice containing a unique identification number specifically associated with the applicant’s license or permits. Individuals who have not received this notice will not be permitted to submit an application.

 

Distribution of notices will commence during the week of April 28, 2025. If you believe you are eligible but have not received a notice, please refrain from inquiring until after Memorial Day (May 26, 2025). Inquiries received prior to this date will not be responded to. 

 

Questions?

Due to high call volumes, email is the fastest way to reach us. Phone calls will be returned in the order received.

 

Relief Disbursement Information:

  • The timing of relief disbursements is uncertain at this time, as we may need to request amendments from applicants if issues arise. Affected applicants will have a 2-week grace period to make necessary amendments.
  • Failure to respond within this period will result in disqualification and forfeiture of the relief payment.
  • Once a disbursement date is estimated, we will update our website.