Emergency Rule Updates and News Please note: These updates reflect changes to the Sportfishing Pamphlet. Rules found in the Sportfishing Pamphlet are in effect unless otherwise noted in the changes listed below. Rule Changes > All Emergency Rule Updates This list shows all emergency rules currently in effect. For expired emergency rules, see Historical Rule Updates. March 2020 WDFW closes recreational fishing statewide in wake of governor's order to 'Stay Home, Stay Healthy' in response to COVID-19 June 2019 2019/2020 Sport Fishing Rules Pamphlet updates and clarifications - Lakes and Streams (These are corrections to the pamphlet, they are not emergency rules.) Effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020. 2019/2020 Sport Fishing Rules Pamphlet updates and clarifications - Marine Areas (These are corrections to the pamphlet, they are not emergency rules.) Effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020. For more information, please contact WDFW Fish Program. E-mail: fishregs@dfw.wa.gov