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AR HR1010
Resolution
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Aaron Pilkington
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AI Summary
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Renames the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America" for all official Arkansas state purposes, including maps, documents, educational materials, and agency communications
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Directs all state agencies to update their materials, including websites, to reflect the name change where practicable
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Encourages the United States Government and other states to adopt the term "Gulf of America"
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Requires the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide copies of the resolution to the Governor, Department of Education, and all relevant state agencies for immediate implementation
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Justifies the change by citing the Gulf's importance to American energy production, trade, tourism, and Arkansas's economic ties to Gulf-related industries
Legislative Description
To Rename The Gulf Of Mexico The "gulf Of America" And To Require All State Agencies To Use The Term "gulf Of America" In Official Communications.
Last Action
Died on House Calendar at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025