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Bipartisan Push to Protect Washington Salmon from Sea Lions

12/24/2025

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Rep. Michael Baumgartner and Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez form a bipartisan alliance in the U.S. House to address sea lions threatening salmon in Washington.
The booming sea lion population threatens endangered fish species.
Salmon are vital to Washington's culture and economy.
During a House Natural Resources Committee hearing, Baumgartner called for more aggressive management.
Gluesenkamp Perez supports lethal removal options to protect local salmon populations.

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Story summary

Rep. Michael Baumgartner and Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez form a bipartisan alliance in the U.S. House to address sea lions threatening salmon in Washington.
The booming sea lion population threatens endangered fish species.
Salmon are vital to Washington's culture and economy.
During a House Natural Resources Committee hearing, Baumgartner called for more aggressive management.
Gluesenkamp Perez supports lethal removal options to protect local salmon populations.