Description
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking proposals for the Yukon River Salmon Research and Management Assistance program. The program aims to advance the scientific and public community's understanding of the biology and management of salmon, with a focus on Yukon River Chinook and Chum salmon stocks in Alaska. The program will support projects that address the needs of priority general categories and factors, including assessing and achieving fishery management objectives, building and maintaining public support, improving understanding of salmon biology and ecology, and assessing, conserving, and restoring salmon habitats. Proposals should incorporate local capacity with members of Yukon River communities and coordinate with state and federal regulatory agencies.
• The program will support work beginning in May 2026 with project activities completed in early 2028.
• Applicants are encouraged to develop projects that incorporate local capacity with members of Yukon River communities.
• Coordinating projects with state and federal regulatory agencies is recommended but not mandatory.
• The program uses grant agreements as the primary assistance instrument.
• Recipients are encouraged to prioritize projects in support of the celebration of America's 250th birthday.
• Buy America preferences apply to Federal awards for infrastructure projects in the United States.