This bill is a memorial from the Washington State Legislature that recognizes 2019 as the International Year of the Salmon. It emphasizes the importance of wild salmon to the health, economy, and culture of communities across the northern hemisphere, particularly in Washington, Alaska, Oregon, California, and British Columbia. The memorial highlights the need for collaboration among various stakeholders, including governments, indigenous peoples, and scientists, to promote research, share knowledge, and develop new tools for the management and restoration of wild salmon populations. It also calls for continued investment in wild salmon recovery efforts, given the significant economic contributions of the salmon industry and the concerning status of salmon populations.

The memorial outlines the historical and current significance of wild salmon, noting their role in the diets and economies of coastal communities, as well as the challenges they face due to environmental changes and human activities. It stresses the necessity of upholding regulatory processes that apply best practices in managing wild salmon fisheries and encourages collective action to ensure the sustainability of salmon stocks. The bill concludes by affirming support for ongoing research efforts related to wild salmon and the importance of recognizing the contributions of this vital resource.