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TX SB1410
Bill
Status
2/19/2025
Primary Sponsor
Donna Campbell
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AI Summary
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Requires all Texas state agencies to change references from "Gulf of Mexico" to "Gulf of America" in their rules, policies, and materials by April 1, 2026, to align with federal directives
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Establishes that any existing reference to "Gulf of Mexico" in Texas law automatically means "Gulf of America," with the Texas Legislative Council directed to prepare a formal revision of all state codes for the 90th Legislature
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Requires the governor and secretary of state to open a public comment period of at least 30 days before January 1, 2026, and produce a report summarizing public input on implementation
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Mandates state agencies prioritize renaming in materials related to emergency management, public health, homeland security, environmental protection, and commercial operations in the Gulf region
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Authorizes the state auditor to review agency compliance and the attorney general to seek injunctions against non-compliant agencies, with agencies required to submit progress reports to the legislature by September 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Relating to renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America.
State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
Last Action
Recommitted to committee
4/29/2025