March 2026

Press Releases
Emma Helverson

Washington State’s Landmark Net Pen Aquaculture Ban Protected in Victory for Clean Water and Aquatic Ecosystems

A Washington State court issued an order upholding the State’s historic ban on commercial finfish net pen aquaculture. The state court granted a motion from aquaculture industry petitioners to dismiss their lawsuit contesting the ban, marking the end of their efforts to overturn one of the strongest protections for marine waters in the United States.

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News & Announcements
Jamie Glasgow

State Water Typing Rules Get an Overdue Refresh

After more than 25 years, Washington state finally has a permanent water typing rule and guidance that went into effect in March 2026, informed in part by years of Wild Fish Conservancy field work and technical expertise.

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