The bill, HB 575, proposes a significant rebranding of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America within the Florida Statutes. This change is reflected in the replacement of the term "Gulf of Mexico" with "Gulf of America" across multiple sections, including those related to county boundaries, coastal construction regulations, and environmental management. The bill amends a total of 40 sections, ensuring that all legal references to the Gulf are updated accordingly. Additionally, it includes deletions of the term "Gulf of Mexico" in specific sections, such as sections 7.19 and 7.23, to maintain consistency throughout the legal framework.

Furthermore, the bill addresses various aspects of coastal management, including the authorized uses of tourist development tax revenue for public safety services, beach erosion control, and the establishment of coastal construction control lines. It also outlines the responsibilities of state agencies and local governments regarding construction projects in navigable waters and emphasizes the importance of preserving Florida's beaches and coastal resources. The legislation aims to modernize legal language, enhance environmental protections, and ensure accurate representation of Florida's geographical and jurisdictional realities, with an effective date to be determined upon passage.

Statutes affected:
H 575 Filed: 7.03, 7.08, 7.09, 7.11, 7.15, 7.17, 7.19, 7.23, 7.27, 7.29, 7.33, 7.36, 7.38, 7.41, 7.46, 7.51, 7.52, 7.55, 7.56, 7.62, 7.65, 7.66, 125.0104, 161.088, 161.141, 161.151, 161.161, 206.9935, 253.03, 253.12, 253.783, 258.09, 258.395, 327.02, 327.60, 331.307, 373.019, 376.25, 377.242, 377.2431, 379.101, 379.2254, 379.244, 379.248, 380.0555, 380.24
H 575 er: 7.03, 7.08, 7.09, 7.11, 7.15, 7.17, 7.19, 7.23, 7.27, 7.29, 7.33, 7.36, 7.38, 7.41, 7.46, 7.51, 7.52, 7.55, 7.56, 7.62, 7.65, 7.66, 125.0104, 161.088, 161.141, 161.151, 161.161, 206.9935, 253.03, 253.12, 253.783, 258.09, 258.395, 327.02, 327.60, 331.307, 373.019, 376.25, 377.242, 377.2431, 379.101, 379.2254, 379.244, 379.248, 380.0555, 380.24