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Reference documents, statutes, rules, and reports relevant to this rulemaking
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Primary rule being amended - oil spill contingency planning for vessels, facilities, and pipelines
Railroad oil spill contingency plan rule - being amended
Regional contingency plan for Washington and Oregon
Most recent federal status review for ESA-listed Southern Resident Killer Whale population
Established the Southern Resident Orca Task Force and directed state agency actions
Vessel noise reduction program for Southern Resident Killer Whale protection
WDFW orca recovery page including vessel approach distance regulations
Formal announcement of rulemaking - filed January 21, 2026
Summary of the rulemaking kickoff meeting covering scope, three amendment goals, BAP objectives, timeline, and upcoming workshops.
Summary of BAP workgroup recommendations that inform this rulemaking