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Bull Kelp is declining in the northwest. WA legislators are trying to save it

Washington benefits from a super seaweed that once thrived off our coast but has declined dramatically in recent decades.

A proposal to designate bull kelp as the state's official marine forest seeks to turn that around.

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Bellamy Pailthorp covers the environment for KNKX with an emphasis on climate justice, human health and food sovereignty. She enjoys reporting about how we will power our future while maintaining healthy cultures and livable cities. Story tips can be sent to bpailthorp@knkx.org.