The bill amends section 332.0075 of the Florida Statutes to define "major commercial service airport" as an airport classified as a medium or large hub by the Federal Aviation Administration. It preempts the naming of major commercial service airports to the state and specifies the names for several airports, including "Orlando International Airport," "Miami International Airport," "Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport," "Tampa International Airport," "Southwest Florida International Airport," and "Jacksonville International Airport." Notably, the bill also includes a provision for renaming the Palm Beach International Airport to "President Donald J. Trump International Airport," contingent upon Federal Aviation Administration approval and an agreement with the rights holder.
Additionally, the bill mandates that if an airport no longer meets the criteria for a major commercial service airport, its name will still remain valid. The Department of Transportation is required to conduct an annual review of the airport names and notify the Legislature of any changes in status. Furthermore, any government records created after July 1, 2026, must use the specified airport names, which are designated as branding identifiers rather than legal entities. The bill also clarifies that political subdivisions can use the designated airport names without violating state laws, provided they diligently pursue necessary approvals for any name changes. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.