Washington
Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission
“The Commission establishes policies to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife, and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities compatible with healthy and diverse fish and wildlife populations.”
Commission Information at a Glance
- Number of seats on the Commission: 9
- Term length: 6 years
- Senate confirmation required? Yes
- Selection criteria required by statute: “The fish and wildlife commission consists of nine registered voters of the state… Three members shall be residents of that portion of the state lying east of the summit of the Cascade mountains, and three shall be residents of that portion of the state lying west of the summit of the Cascade mountains. Three additional members shall be appointed at large. No two members may be residents of the same county.” Persons eligible for appointment as members of the commission shall have general knowledge of the habits and distribution of fish and wildlife.
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
“The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and perpetuating the state’s fish, wildlife, and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.”
Agency Information at a Glance:
- WDFW is an independent agency
- Legislative declaration: “Wildlife, fish, and shellfish are the property of the state. The commission, director, and the department shall preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage the wildlife and food fish, game fish, and shellfish in state waters and offshore waters.”
Funding Sources
†† Minor Other (no source ≥10%)
Source: https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/administration/budget/operating
