(1) The State Department of Agriculture shall conduct a pilot project for increasing the frequency of water quality monitoring and analysis related to the closure and opening of shellfish harvesting on state lands classified as suitable for oyster, clam or mussel cultivation under ORS § 622.240.

(2) In conducting the pilot project required by this section, the State Department of Agriculture shall consult with appropriate local and state agencies, representatives of the commercial shellfish industry and nongovernmental organizations, as necessary, to:

(a) Prioritize increasing water quality monitoring and analysis in areas where efforts for enhancing opportunities for the commercial cultivation of oysters, clams or mussels are in the highest demand; and

(b) Identify cost-effective methods, which may include the sharing of resources or information, for increasing the frequency of water quality monitoring and analysis related to the closure and opening of shellfish harvesting. [2017 c.711 § 3]

622.243 and 622.246 were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS Chapter 622 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.