Blessing of the fleet.
This resolution expresses the Washington State Senate's support for the fishing community. It extends condolences to families of fishers lost at sea, wishes the commercial fishing fleet a safe and prosperous 2026 season, and hopes all fishers return home safely. The resolution directly affects Washington's commercial and tribal fishing industries and their communities. As a ceremonial resolution, it makes no policy changes or funding commitments - it is a symbolic gesture of respect and support.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
Last action Feb 2, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
1
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted.
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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