This bill aims to address inconsistencies between existing state law and judicially affirmed and treaty-reserved fishing rights, particularly in relation to salmon, trout, and steelhead management. The legislature recognizes that the current chapter 77.110 RCW conflicts with established state-tribal cooperative fishery management agreements, which are essential for maintaining commitments to Pacific Northwest tribes. To resolve these issues and prevent legal confusion, the bill proposes the repeal of chapter 77.110 RCW.

Specifically, the bill includes a new section that outlines the necessity of repealing several acts within chapter 77.110, including RCW 77.110.010 (Declaration), RCW 77.110.020 (Petition to congress), RCW 77.110.030 (Management of natural resources-State policy), RCW 77.110.040 (Denial of rights based on race, sex, origin, or cultural heritage), and RCW 77.110.900 (Transmittal of act to president and congress). By removing these provisions, the bill seeks to promote better cooperation between the state and tribal entities in managing fishery resources.