Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC) is an interstate compact agency established in 1947 to help manage, protect, and sustain fishery resources along the U.S. West Coast. The commission serves five member states: Alaska, California, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. PSMFC operates under the authority of U.S. Public Law 80-232 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The organization acts as a coordinating entity between state and federal agencies, working on various fishery management programs and research initiatives. PSMFC manages several key programs including the Pacific Fisheries Information Network (PacFIN), the Regional Mark Processing Center for salmon data, and the West Coast Groundfish Observer Program. PSMFC provides essential services such as fisheries data collection, research, monitoring, and administration of grant programs. The commission also facilitates cooperative management of fisheries resources shared by multiple jurisdictions. It employs professional staff including fishery biologists, data analysts, and program managers who work on various projects related to both marine and anadromous fish species. While PSMFC does not have direct regulatory authority, it plays a crucial role in supporting fishery management decisions through data collection, analysis, and coordination between different governmental agencies and stakeholders in the Pacific region.