Originally Posted By: MPM
If the documentation submitted by WDFW was not up to snuff, it's possible the lack of action from NMFS for so long was an attempt to not rock the boat by not declaring the documentation unsatisfactory (therebty making it clearer that the hatchery programs were not kosher).

It's speculative, but would be one explanation for the lack of action from NMFS.


Well, I guess anything is possible but my perception is that NOAA/NMFS is somewhat like Federal judges (who are appointed for life) - impervious to the pain of others.

Rather, my bet is on the idea that NOAA/NMFS is also feeling the budget pains and has felt there are bigger fish to fry.
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