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HB 575 — The Designation of the Gulf of Mexico
by Reps. Sirois, Weinberger, and others (SB 608 by Senator DiCeglie)
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Community Affairs Committee (CA)
The bill (Chapter 2025-8, L.O.F.) renames the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America throughout the Florida Statutes.
These provisions were approved by the Governor and take effect July 1, 2025.
Vote: Senate 28-9; House 78-27