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Proposed 2027-2028 Fishing Regulations

FWP is seeking public input on preliminary proposals for the 2027–2028 fishing regulations and ideas for additional regulation changes.

The regulation-setting process for the 2027–2028 fishing regulations begins with this spring public scoping period, during which FWP is asking for feedback on proposals the department has developed and additional suggestions from the public. Staff will use this initial input to refine a regulation proposal package that will be released for a second public comment period in August before going to the Fish and Wildlife Commission for final consideration at its fall 2026 meeting.

FWP is scoping 42 department proposals for the 2027–2028 regulation cycle. Each proposal includes information on biological rationale, regulation type, and references to the Statewide Fisheries Management Plan.

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