Meteorology Matters15 Apr 2025

Florida Follows Trump: Changes Name of Gulf of Mexico to Display American Exceptionalism

Timeline of Events

Prior to March 24, 2025: Former President Donald Trump issues an executive order titled "Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness," which includes renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Denali back to Mount McKinley.
By March 24, 2025: The Florida Legislature is considering a bill to change signage from "Gulf of Mexico" to "Gulf of America." Senator Joe Gruters' bill initially directs the Department of Transportation to rename the Tamiami Trail to the "Gulf of America Trail" and erect suitable markers. A staff report on March 10 indicates that the costs for complying with the bill's requirements for state and local governmental entities are unknown.
Mid-March 2025 (Implied): The Republican-controlled Florida House and Senate pass bills (HB 575 and HB 549) to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America in state law and require state agencies and school districts to update "geographic materials" and instructional materials accordingly. Senator Gruters withdraws the provision to rename the Tamiami Trail after public outcry. He indicates that the changes in instructional materials will occur gradually as new materials are purchased.
April 14, 2025: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs two bills (HB 575 and HB 549) into law. These bills officially rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America in Florida state law and public school textbooks. The change will be reflected in new instructional materials purchased after July 1, 2025. Senators Nick DiCeglie and Joe Gruters attend the signing ceremony in the governor's office and express pride in following President Trump's leadership and emphasizing American greatness. Noticeably absent from the bill signing are members of the Florida House, reflecting ongoing tensions with the governor.
After July 1, 2025: State agencies and school districts in Florida will begin adopting and acquiring new "geographic materials" and instructional materials (like textbooks and media center additions) that refer to the body of water as the Gulf of America.

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