​The legislature finds and declares that it is the policy of the state of Washington to prevent the loss of human lives, loss of property and vessels, and to protect the marine environment of the state of Washington through the sound application of compulsory pilotage provisions in certain of the state waters; and, it is the further intent of the legislature not to place in jeopardy Washington's position as an able competitor for waterborne commerce from other ports and nations of the world, but rather to continue to develop and encourage such commerce.

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December 15, 2016 Board Meeting - CANCELED

2017 Grays Harbor Annual Tariff for Pilotage Services

2016 Marine Pilot Exam Ranked List _{(Updated 8/18/16)}
 2016 Meeting Schedule _{(Rev. 4/14/16)}
Current Exempt Vessels _{(Rev. 11/15/16)}
Stipend Surcharge Status _{(Rev. 10/1/16)}  

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INFORMATIONAL

Summary of
Exemptions from Mandatory Pilotage _{(Rev. 12/23/13)}

Pilot Trainee Waiting List from 2012 Exam _{(Rev. 10/19/16)}

Open Letter to Shipping Masters _{(Rev. 4/14/16)}

Shipping Industry Guidance on: 
PILOT TRANSFER ARRANGEMENTS
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